What does osteoporosis do to spongy?

With osteoporosis, there is reduced bone density and structure in the spongy bone, as well as thinning of the cortical bone. When your bones have thinned to the point that osteoporosis is diagnosed, the physical structure — and soundness — of your bones has changed.

What are some treatment options for osteoporosis?

Bisphosphonates are usually the first choice for osteoporosis treatment….These include:

• Alendronate (Fosamax), a weekly pill.
• Risedronate (Actonel), a weekly or monthly pill.
• Ibandronate (Boniva), a monthly pill or quarterly intravenous (IV) infusion.
• Zoledronic acid (Reclast), an annual IV infusion.

What is the best treatment for osteoporosis arthritis?

Bisphosphonates. These are the most common treatment for osteoporosis. They can stop bone loss and reduce the risk of fractures by up to 50 percent. Bisphosphonates include alendronate (Binosto, Fosamax), ibandronate (Boniva), risedronate (Actonel) and zoledronic acid (Reclast).

Can osteoporosis be corrected?

There’s no cure for osteoporosis, but proper treatment can help protect and strengthen your bones. These treatments can help slow the breakdown of bone in your body, and some treatments can spur the growth of new bone.

What causes spongy bones?

Osteomalacia, or “soft bones, ” develops because of a lack of vitamin D. Maintaining your levels of vitamin D and calcium is essential for bone health.

What medication therapy is a risk factor for osteoporosis?

Certain anticonvulsants may cause bone loss. The medications most commonly associated with osteoporosis include phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine, and primidone. These antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are all potent inducers of CYP-450 isoenzymes.

Can soft bones be cured?

Osteomalacia is treatable, usually with vitamin and/or mineral supplements, and most people can be cured. It is generally treated by administration of vitamin D, calcium and, if needed, also phosphorus. If the osteomalacia is caused by an underlying condition, this will also need to be treated.

Is soft bones the same as osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is often called “soft bones.” “Osteoporosis is thinning of the bone to the point where the bones can break,” says Dr. Bart Clarke, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist.

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