MANAGING PATIENTS WITH COMPLICATIONS OF OSTEOPOROSIS

Authors
GOLD DT SHIPP KM LYLES KW
Citation
Dt. Gold et al., MANAGING PATIENTS WITH COMPLICATIONS OF OSTEOPOROSIS, Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America, 27(2), 1998, pp. 485
Citations number
59
Categorie Soggetti
Endocrynology & Metabolism
Journal title
Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America → ACNP
ISSN journal
08898529
Volume
27
Issue
2
Year of publication
1998
Database
ISI
SICI code
0889-8529(1998)27:2<485:MPWCOO>2.0.ZU;2-#
Abstract
This article reviews the impact of osteoporosis on quality of life. It defines specific impairments and suggests how best to minimize the im pact of osteoporosis on patients' daily lives. Specific issues such as a spinal deformity, limitations on activities of daily living, pain, functionality, social impairment, self esteem, and depression also are addressed. Finally, a multidisciplinary team approach to osteoporosis is advocated.