Osteoporosis Treatment

What To Do If You’re At Risk—or Already Diagnosed

Step 1: Get Screened

The main test is a DEXA scan, which measures your bone density. It’s quick and painless, and it can tell your doctor if your bones are strong or starting to weaken.

Screenings are recommended for:

• Women 65+
• Younger women with risk factors
• Men 70+ (or younger if they have risk factors)
  

Step 2: Strengthen Those Huesitos

• Eat calcium-rich foods: Think low-fat dairy, dark leafy greens (like kale or collard greens), almonds, and tofu.
• Get vitamin D: Your skin makes it from sunlight, but many of us need supplements—especially if we’re indoors a lot or have darker skin tones.
• Exercise regularly: Weight-bearing exercises (like walking, dancing, or lifting light weights) help build bone strength.
• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol: Both weaken bones over time.
  

Step 3: Talk to Your Doctor About Medications

If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis or are at high risk, medications can help slow bone loss and even rebuild bone. 

Options include:

• Bisphosphonates (like Fosamax)
• Hormone therapy
• Injectable treatments for severe cases
  

These are often paired with calcium and vitamin D supplements, plus lifestyle changes.

Final Vibras

You don’t need to wait until you break a bone to care about your skeleton. Whether you’re 25 or 65, there’s power in knowing how to protect your body—especially the parts you can’t see.