osteoporosis risk factors

Osteoporosis is a global phenomenon that affects both men and women, though is more likely to affect women in their older years. The key to treatment is catching osteoporosis in its early stages and learning how to both limit its spread and manage the pain associated with the condition.

The disease increases the risk of fracturing bones, especially in the wrist, hip, and spine. Fractures due to osteoporosis can be disabling and can even greatly increase the risk of death. We look into the top 10 risk factors for osteoporosis.