Osteoporosis Rese arch Center The Burden of Osteoporosis Estimates are that by the year 2020, one in two Americans will have or be at high risk for osteoporosis. Surgeon General’s Report, 2004
Dec 23, 2015
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The Burden of Osteoporosis
Estimates are that by the year 2020, one in two Americans will have or be at high risk for osteoporosis.
Surgeon General’s Report, 2004
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Why participate in osteoporosis research?
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Benefits of research
For Society and future generations:• Better scientific understanding of bone health and
osteoporosis• More specific guidelines on preventing osteoporosis• Increased treatment options• Fewer persons living with the burden of osteoporosis• Decreased cost to society
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Scientific Contributions made by the Creighton Osteoporosis Research Center
• Menopause is associated with bone loss• Menopausal bone loss starts about 2 years before the last
menstrual period and on average leads to loss of about 6-12% of the skeleton
• Calcium supplements are effective in decreasing bone loss• Calcium supplements are much better absorbed if taken with
food• Average daily requirements for calcium• Importance of vitamin D in bone health• Safety and efficacy of all of the new medications for
osteoporosis
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For the individual participant:• Determination of whether the participant has osteoporosis or
is at high risk for it (Free bone density testing)• Physical examination and laboratory tests (vary depending
on the protocol)• Education about bone health and osteoporosis• Free medication• Free calcium and vitamin D supplements• Close monitoring of the response to treatment • Much oversight to assure safety of the participant• Help with adhering to the regimen• Monetary stipend often included
Benefits of research
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Creighton Osteoporosis Research CenterContact Information
• http://osteoporosis.creighton.edu
• 280-BONE (2663)
• 1-800-368-5097