World Osteoporosis Day- Healthy Bones Make a Healthy Individual!

Osteoporosis is a medical condition that can adversely affect the bones in an individual. The most common factor attributed to it is increasing age but there may be other congenital or genetic issues which can cause symptoms much sooner. The focus has always been on bone health maintenance and how that can be achieved. Osteoporosis can negatively impact the daily life of an individual – due to brittle bones which are more prone to injury.

Why Celebrating World Osteoporosis Day Is Important-

Many of us are mostly aware of arthritis and the effects it can have on the body but what about how our bones get affected? Women are more prone to suffering from osteoporosis due to hormonal fluctuations that occur during menopause. Our bones see some form of wear and tear everyday and our body continuously works to replenish these reserves. But when this does not happen due to ageing, improper diet or malnutrition, osteoporosis can strike. The theme for this year reflects this sentiment-’Say no to fragile bones’.

Signs To Watch Out For-

If you think your pants seem longer or you feel shorter, have severe back pain, poor posture or have had fractures happening easily and more often- then you should get yourself checked.

History Of World Osteoporosis Day-

The National Osteoporosis Society of the UK was the first organisation to celebrate World Osteoporosis Day in 1996. Then, from 1997 this has become a global event with an annual theme that is decided by the International Osteoporosis Foundation based in Switzerland.

Conclusion

Taking care of our bones can take a back seat with fast paced lives to handle. But good health doesn’t need too much of our time- we just need to eat well, exercise regularly and not get too stressed out. Fractures are a primary component of osteoporosis and major bone fractures can cause someone to lose independence and a lot of pain. This is not a great way to go ahead with life. So, it is really time to say NO to fragile bones and hello to strong bones and good health!