Summary
In a healthy person, bone build-up and breakdown are in a harmonious balance. This means that exactly the same amount of bone is built up as was previously resorbed in any way. This balance is disturbed in osteoporosis patients.
If too little bone is built up, or if the degree of bone resorption deviates from the norm, a loss of substance occurs, which makes the bone less resilient and thus more susceptible to fracture. This disharmony in the balance between bone formation and resorption, combined with the restructuring of the bone substance, can impair the patient’s mobility. In addition to the general loss of quality of life caused by the limited mobility, the increased risk of fracture plays a major role. Furthermore, other symptoms can occur, such as
- Circulatory problems,
- A general deterioration of the general well-being,
- As well as psychological stress.
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