Then, they followed the subjects for years to see who experienced hip fracture.
Heres how to start.
Why Does Bone Loss Happen?
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Ethnicity can also play a role in the severity of bone loss.
At the top of the list is exercise, specifically weight-bearing activities.
Bones are a great example of use-it-or-lose-it, Lindberg said.
This strengthens the core, quadriceps, and hip flexors.
Lindberg is a big fan of walking as a way to strengthen the spine and hips in particular.
What about weight training?
[It] doesnt need to be intimidating or complex, Tam said.
Does Diet Matter?
Talk to your healthcare provider if you think you might needsupplements for bone health.
A treatment calledhormone therapycan help.
Dorr said the guidelines for treating women with testosterone are not as clear as they are for men.
When you give estrogen, it helps [prevent] bone absorption, or bone breakdown, he said.
Women may not want to wait until they experience bone loss tobegin taking hormones, Dorr said.
What This Means For You
Small habits can improve your bone strength.
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