General measures Physical activity: promote muscle strength and coordination and avoid immobilization! Sunlight supports the body’s production of vitamin D for bone metabolism. Nicotine restriction (refrain from tobacco use). Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 g alcohol per day). Aim for normal weight! Since underweight is often a … Osteoporosis of the Spine: Therapy
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of osteoporosis of the spine. Family history Are there any people in your family who suffer from osteoporosis? Social history What is your profession? Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic … Osteoporosis of the Spine: Medical History
Congenital malformations, deformities, and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99). Ehlers-Danlos syndrome – genetic disorder characterized primarily by hyperextensibility of the joints and typical skin changes. Marfan syndrome – genetic disease, which can be inherited both autosomal dominant or occur sporadically (as a new mutation); systemic connective tissue disease, which is characterized mainly by tall stature, spider limbs … Osteoporosis of the Spine: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
