Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones. It is estimated 54 million Americans suffer with this condition. (Site: National Osteoporosis Foundation)Osteoporosis is often called a “silent” disease because one cannot feel bones weakening. Reports have shown one in two women and up to one in four men age 50+ will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Common broken bones are the hip, spine, and wrist.

Southlake Orthopaedics’ Osteoporosis Clinic is a dedicated service addressing bone health care and education for the primary and secondary prevention of bone loss. Lauren Bannon, PA, Osteoporosis Specialist, under the direction of Dr. Chris Heck, develops treatment plans to reduce the fracture risk, quicken healing, prevent later fractures and break the brittleness cycle you often encounter dealing with the condition of osteoporosis.

To learn more about osteoporosis, Listen to Dr. Heck discuss osteoporosis with Steve Spencer with the Birmingham Medical News Podcast. Dr. Heck answers questions about what osteoporosis is, risks, how it is treated, and what to expect with your visit to Southlake Orthopaedics.