Osteoporosis and You

About this episode

Therese Markow and Dr. Keith McCormick discuss osteoporosis, its causes, and the importance of early testing and personalized treatment.

In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Keith McCormick discuss what you need to know about osteoporosis and bone health. Dr. McCormick explains what causes osteoporosis, the importance of early bone density tests, and breaks down some of the lifestyle factors that affect bone health. They discuss the need for personalized treatment beyond only medication, and Dr. McCormick advocates for patient empowerment and comprehensive understanding to improve treatment outcomes. Key Takeaways: 50% of women will get osteoporosis. 20% of men will get osteoporosis. People should be getting bone density tests in their forties, not waiting until their fifties or sixties. The sooner it is discovered you are having symptoms, the sooner you can begin to treat and prevent. Bone strength is a combination of bone density and bone quality. Get both the DEXA and Trabecular Bone Score or TBS. Usually, physicians don't request the TBS, but it is very important. Ask for it. Testing should include blood tests for bone turnover markers. Your blood is telling a larger story, and it can get complicated. Systemic inflammation can also be tested, as it can contribute to loss of bone density. The more times you…

People in this episode

Hosts: Therese Markow, Therese

Guest: Dr Keith Mccormick

Topics covered

• osteoporosis
• bone health
• patient empowerment
• lifestyle factors

Keywords

• bone density tests
• personalized treatment
• bone turnover markers
• systemic inflammation

Mentioned in this episode

Products: DEXA, Trabecular Bone Score

Books & works: Great Bones: Taking Control of Your Osteoporosis

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