What is this article about?
Loss of bone density occurs naturally with age, but for the 900,000-plus Australians living with osteoporosis, even a small fall or mechanical injury could mean a trip to hospital.
Article
UpgradeAn Overview of Osteoporosis
CPDTime.
9m of CPD
The aptly-named osteoporosis (meaning ‘bones with holes’) is a condition causing bones to become more porous due to loss of density. This decreased density means the bones are weaker, thinner and more fragile, which makes them more susceptible to breakage. As a result, the potential for injury - even from minor accidents - is increased.
What's included in this resource?
Article 3 Assessment Questions References External Resources
Contents
Test Your Knowledge
- 3 Assessment Questions
Further Learning
Additional Resources References
Document and reflect on your learning
Meet the educator
Ausmed
Editorial Team
Ausmed’s editorial team is committed to providing high-quality, well-researched and reputable education to our users, free of any commercial bias or conflict of interest. All education produced by Ausmed is developed in consultation with healthcare professionals and undergoes a rigorous review process to ensure the relevancy of all healthcare information and updates to changes in practice. If you have identified an issue with the education offered by Ausmed or wish to submit feedback to Ausmed's editorial team, please email ausmed@ausmed.com.au with your concerns.
View ProfileHere's some further inspiration
Practice Areas
Looking for something else?
Discover more learning
Sometimes I find it really hard to make time for my learning, but I was blown away by how easy it is with the Ausmed app. I can fit it in during breaks or on the bus to work.
- Maria, Registered Nurse
Ausmed Education is a Trusted Information Partner of Healthdirect Australia. Verify here.
What do others think?