There are over 4 million people who suffer from osteoporosis in Italy. A silent pathology, which affects women in 80 percent of cases and which causes fractures from fragility especially to wrists, homers, vertebrae and femur. Without correct prevention, the scenario could worsen, causing an increase in fractures of 20% by 2034, and reaching 700 thousand cases per year.
In fact, in our country, osteoporosis is mainly seen as an inevitable side effect of age, rather than as a chronic preventable and manageable disease. Backing it in a timely and targeted way means being able to ensure a healthy and active life until late age. Because osteoporosis does not affect only bones, but has significant repercussions also on the quality of life, increasing chronic pain, disability and isolation.
It is therefore necessary to sensitize, provide correct information. And with this goal the itinerant campaign ** startedDon’t break them!, ** promoted by Italfarmaco with the patronage of Fedios – Italian osteoporosis federation and skeleton diseases – dedicated to men and women over 50 (but not only). A motor-home for prevention will stop in 8 Italian cities, from north to south, where Bone metabolism specialists will offer free information meetings To help citizens understand how to take care of their bones to the best.
The tour will start the 7 and 8 June from Genoaand will move later to Turin (9 and 10 June), Varese (11 and 12 June), Pavia (13 and 14 June), Ancona (16 and 17 June), Bari (19 and 20 June), Battipaglia (22 and 23 June) e Frosinone (24 and 25 June). All updates relating to the stages are collected on the campaign website together with information content and useful insights on diet and physical activity for each age group.
False myths about the health of the bones
However, a series of false beliefs that put at risk instead of protecting their health also persist on the health of the bones. To take stock is Dr. Andrea Giustispecialist of bone metabolic diseases and skeletal mineral metabolism, as well as director of complex structure internal medicine in the Villa Scassi hospital in Genoa. Here’s what you need to know true about bone metabolism!
FALSE Although the growth in height stops during adolescence, The bones continue to change throughout their lives. Through bone remodeling, our body continually replaces the old bone tissue with new. Therefore it is essential to maintain good bone health even in adulthood to prevent the deterioration of bones.
FALSE In the right quantities and in case of deficiency, the supplementation of calcium and vitamin D does not involve an increase in cardiovascular risk.
A recent Position Paper Published on Archives of Osteoporosissigned by Italian experts from different disciplines, reiterates that The daily intake of calcium and vitamin D in combination is a pillar of the prevention of fragility fractures and an enhancement of anti-osteoporotic therapy. These are two essential elements for the health of the skeleton, the first because the main component of the bones, the second because it promotes its absorption at the intestinal level and contributes to the correct renewal and mineralization of the bone tissue,.
FALSE The intake of football in cases of deficiency, common with the advance of age, is not associated with the formation of kidney stones, except in the event of specific pathologies.
FALSE It takes 30-40 minutes of physical activity 3-4 times a week to obtain significant benefits.
FALSE The health of the bones is important to all ages and for everyone. Although i hormonal changes of menopause they can affect bone density, even young men and people can face a skeletal fragility, especially in the presence of risk factors such as one Poor diet of essential nutrientsone sedentary lifestylesomeone chronic diseases or the prolonged use of certain drugs.
FALSE The fragility of the bones can develop gradually and without evident signals. Often one realizes that something does not go only after a fracture. This is why it is essential to take care of bone health immediately, with correct nutrition, regular physical activity and targeted controls in the presence of risk factors.
FALSE Overweight or obese people can also have weak bones. In particular, The excess of visceral fat can negatively affect the health of the skeletonaltering bone metabolism. Body weight, alone, does not guarantee strong bones: balanced diet, movement and attention to risk factors are needed.
FALSE The soccer It is essential to all ages, not only as children. Even in adulthood and elderly it is important to take it with nutrition to maintain bone health. Drink milk alone, however, it is not enough. To keep the skeleton healthy also need Vitamin Dproteins, other minerals (such as magnesium, zinc And Vitamin K), regular physical activity and one balanced lifestyle. To think that it is enough one food is a dangerous simplification.
Source: Vanity Fair
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