Prevention of Osteoporotic Fragility fractures and Importance of Peak Bone Mass

Osteoporosis is a predictable, preventable and at the same time rampant disease all over the world. Most of the patients with osteoporosis remain asymptomatic until a fragility fracture occurs. The morbidity, financial burden and mortality associated with osteoporotic fragility fractures is substantial. As they say, “Prevention is better than cure” . Therefore, it is only sensible to make attempts to reduce the incidence and magnitude of osteoporosis in risk groups. For this purpose, understanding the concept of ‘peak bone mass’ is imperative. This book will help inculcate healthy habits, in masses in general and healthcare professionals in particular, in order to reduce the morbidity associated with osteoporotic fragility fractures.