Diagnosis & Screening of Osteoporosis of the Spine

Diagnosis & Screening of Osteoporosis of the Spine

Osteoporosis is different from most other diseases or illnesses because there is not a single cause. Different testing methods may help determine if you have or are at risk for osteoporosis. If osteoporosis is suspected, a diagnosis must be made before an appropriate...
Symptoms of Osteoporosis of the Spine

Symptoms of Osteoporosis of the Spine

Osteoporosis is often referred to as a silent disease. This means it can develop without any signs. In the case of osteoporosis, bone loss occurs without symptoms. That said, subtle signs of osteoporosis may be joint and bone pain or a loss of height. Most patients...