Read about considerations that are elder-appropriate and conditions that are related to aging.
Osteoporosis is a bone condition which occurs when bones lose their strength and thickness, this is due to loss of minerals such as calcium at a rate higher than the body can replace. The bones, especially in the hip, spine and wrist, become less dense, more fragile and can break more easily.
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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage in the joints. The cartilage that cushions and protects the joints is damaged over time, causing the bones to rub against each other. Areas most affected are the knees, carpal joints, spine, and hips. This friction leads to pain and stiffness during movement and can also cause loss of flexibility and swelling at the joints.
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