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Treatment Options for Osteoporosis
Goals of Treatment for Osteoporosis
There is currently no cure for osteoporosis. The best treatment available for osteoporosis is prevention. The goals of treatment of patients with osteoporosis include:
- To slow the progression of the disease once it has started
- To minimize the risks of complications that may cause pain and reduction in function
- Exercise and attention to safety issues help to maximize mobility and reduce the risk of falls and fractures
Therapy should be given to women with hip bone mineral density T-scores less than -2.0 without risk factors and those below -1.5 with one or more risk factors. A history of prior vertebral or hip fracture is also an indication for treatment.
