Non-Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis. Exercise, Nutrition, Fall and Fracture Prevention

Description

• Focuses on the non-pharmacological treatment of osteoporosis
• Describes the role of nutrition, exercise, orthotics, and rehabilitation in improving quality of life
• Complements existing pharmacotherapy books for a comprehensive approach to osteoporosis management 

This practical guide presents the most up-to-date information on the application of non-pharmacological and physical therapeutic measures, either used independently or in combination with pharmacotherapy, for the management of osteoporosis. Pharmacotherapy remains theprimary treatment for osteoporosis, but to improve the biomechanical competence of bone and improve quality of life, there needs to be more comprehensive management approach involving non-pharmacological methods. The book opens with a discussion of the diagnosis,pathophysiology, complications and consequences of osteoporosis. Exercise, nutrition, orthotics, and other rehabilitation measures such as whole body vibration and electrical muscle stimulation, each described in details in chapters of their own, have had a beneficial impact on falland fracture prevention as well as recovery post-fracture. In addition, the application of acupuncture for pain management and movement-based mind-body therapies like tai chi and the Feldenkrais method are explored.

Providing a description of independent and adjuvant techniques and practices for treatment and improving quality of life, Non-Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis is an excellent resource for endocrinologists, bone specialists, physical therapists, occupationaltherapists and all clinical practitioners and staff working with osteoporosis patients. 

Mehrsheed Sinaki, MD, MS, Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
Michael Pfeifer, MD, Institute of Clinical Osteology, Gustav Pommer Medwiss Bad Pyrmont, Bad Pymont, Germany