{"product_id":"osteoporosis-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Osteoporosis for Dummies . - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCarolyn Riester O'Connor\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSharon Perkins\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFacts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosis\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlso addresses osteoporosis in men and children\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake no bones about it -- osteoporosis is treatable\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConcerned about osteoporosis? Whether you want to avoid it or manage it, this friendly, plain-English guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of low bone mass, offering reassuring advice on the various bone density tests, medications, and pain management options. You'll also see how to make changes in your lifestyle to build and maintain healthy bones. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE DUMMIES WAY\u003csup\u003e(R)\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Get in, get out\" information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOnline cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess your risk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep your bones strong\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind the right doctor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop a treatment plan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecover from fractures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage pain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet samrt! www.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind listings of all our books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose from many different subject categories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSign up for eTips at etips.dummies.com\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarolyn Riester O'Connor, MD, \u003c\/b\u003e is certified in bone densitometry and is a fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. \u003cb\u003eSharon Perkins, RN, \u003c\/b\u003e is the coauthor of \u003ci\u003eBreastfeeding For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFertility For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 9.2 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 01, 2005\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47452109963442,"sku":"9780764576218","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/f11443327449bcbd50c8eaf58fc9b641.webp?v=1778808226","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/osteoporosis-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}