Understanding Osteoporosis

This COAP presentation in PowerPoint contains 55 slides developed for public audiences. The presentation explains Osteoporosis - what it is, the myths, the facts, symptoms and warning signs, who's at risk, diagnosing, treatment and prevention.

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• Additional download information.
• PowerPoint Show (3 MB )
• Microsoft Word Script (82 KB)
• Video Presentation (51 MB)
• Evaluation Form (52 KB) - please download, fill out and fax back to us at 847-823-7268.

Corresponding Brochures and Booklets (current titles with links on aaos.org):

• About Your Back
• Orthopaedics
• Osteoporosis
• Osteoporosis (Spanish)
• Fractures

Corresponding orthoinfo.org titles:

• Osteoporosis
• Osteoporosis Prevention
• Osteoporosis Tests
• What is Your Risk for Osteoporosis?
• Nutrition
• Calcium
• Bone Up on Bone Loss
• Female Athletic Triad
• Safe Exercise
• Weight-Bearing Exercise for Women and Girls
• Hip Fractures
• Distal Radius Fracture
• Scaphoid Fracture
• Fracture of the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine
• Guidelines for Preventing Falls
• Getting the Most Out of a Visit to Your Doctor
• Smoking and Musculoskeletal Health
• Live it Safe: Prevent Broken Hips