Osteoporosis For Dummies: A Reference for the Rest of Us! - Softcover

O'Connor, Carolyn Riester

 
9780764576218: Osteoporosis For Dummies: A Reference for the Rest of Us!
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0764576216 ISBN 13: 9780764576218
Verlag: For Dummies, 2005

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Facts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosis

There are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Carolyn Riester O'Connor, MD, is certified in bone densitometry and is a fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. Sharon Perkins, RN, is the coauthor of Breastfeeding For Dummies and Fertility For Dummies.

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Also addresses osteoporosis in men and children

Make no bones about it osteoporosis is treatable

Concerned about osteoporosis? Whether you want to avoid it or manage it, this friendly, plain-English guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of low bone mass, offering reassuring advice on the various bone density tests, medications, and pain management options. You'll also see how to make changes in your lifestyle to build and maintain healthy bones.

THE DUMMIES WAY®

  • Explanations in plain English
  • "Get in, get out" information
  • Icons and other navigational aids
  • Online cheat sheet
  • Top ten lists
  • A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

  • Assess your risk
  • Keep your bones strong
  • Find the right doctor
  • Develop a treatment plan
  • Recover from fractures
  • Manage pain

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Also addresses osteoporosis in men and children

Make no bones about it — osteoporosis is treatable

Concerned about osteoporosis? Whether you want to avoid it or manage it, this friendly, plain-English guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of low bone mass, offering reassuring advice on the various bone density tests, medications, and pain management options. You'll also see how to make changes in your lifestyle to build and maintain healthy bones.

THE DUMMIES WAY®

  • Explanations in plain English
  • "Get in, get out" information
  • Icons and other navigational aids
  • Online cheat sheet
  • Top ten lists
  • A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

  • Assess your risk
  • Keep your bones strong
  • Find the right doctor
  • Develop a treatment plan
  • Recover from fractures
  • Manage pain

Get samrt! www.dummies.com

  • Find listings of all our books
  • Choose from many different subject categories
  • Sign up for eTips at etips.dummies.com

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Verlag
For Dummies
Erscheinungsdatum
2005
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0764576216
ISBN 13 
9780764576218
Einband
Taschenbuch
Auflage
1
Anzahl der Seiten
314
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