NOF Tip for 21 May – Benefits Check Up

The National Council on Aging keeps track of over 2,500 benefits programs across the country.  Benefits programs vary greatly from one location to another.  Go to https://www.benefitscheckup.org/ to find out...

NOF Tip for 20 May – Vertebral Fractures

Vertebral Compression Fractures are often not recognized as anything more than a seriously pulled muscle.  I personally made that mistake 30+ years ago.  Only when I was tested on our...

NOF Tip for 16 May – Fracture Prevention for Daily Activities

Proper body mechanics for bending and lifting will prevent unnecessary fractures. NOF has visual aids in learning good body mechanics at https://cdn.nof.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/SherriBetz_Osteoporosis_Graphic.pdf If you need help learning proper bending and...

NOF Tip for 14 May – Doctor Visit Checklist

Print your Doctor Visit Checklist at https://www.nof.org/patients/communication-with-your-doctor/doctor-visit-checklist/ The listed questions are a good start for a conversation about your personal bone health.  A complete bone health evaluation involves: DXA with...

NOF Tip for 13 May – Bone Talk Podcasts

NOF has started a podcast service for those who prefer to listen rather than read.  The first 16 podcasts are available through Spotify or Apple Podcasts.  Start by dialing into...

NOF Tip for 12 May – Safe Movement Brochure

Knowing how to move safely avoids unnecessary risks for falls and fractures.  That can improve your life.  Avoid unnecessary risks. NOF publication https://www.nof.org/wp-content/uploads/Safe-Movement-Brochure-COMBINED.pdf details proper bending, lifting, etc. This brochure...

NOF Tip for 10 May – Osteoporosis Medications

Diet and exercise are not always enough to prevent fractures.  Medications are needed if you are fracturing or BMD is falling despite your best efforts. We have many posts about when...