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Bone Health & Osteoporosis

Overview

Bone Health & Osteoporosis covers the silent thinning of bones that affects most Indian women after menopause and a substantial share of older men — a condition that causes no symptoms until a hip, spine or wrist breaks from a minor fall, after which mortality and disability rise sharply. India has an unusually high burden because widespread vitamin D deficiency, inadequate dietary calcium (many adults get less than half the recommended intake), and low weight-bearing activity combine to weaken bone across the population. Our endocrinologists, orthopedic surgeons and editorial team explain who needs a DEXA scan and when, what osteopenia versus osteoporosis actually means, how much vitamin D and calcium are enough, when medication (bisphosphonates, denosumab) is needed versus when lifestyle and supplements suffice, and how to prevent the first fragility fracture before it happens.

Last reviewed: 10 August 2026

What do experts say about bone health & osteoporosis?

RC

Orthopaedic Surgeon • 15 yrs • Pune

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How Osteoporosis Affects Your Spine

Osteoporosis can weaken your bones, making them susceptible to fractures, especially in the spine.

Osteoporosis can weaken your bones, making them susceptible to fractures, especially in the spine.In this video, Dr. Rahul Chaudhari, Consultant-Spine Surgeon at Manipal Hospital Baner, sheds light on Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture. He explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options available for this condition.Learn how timely intervention can prevent complications and improve quality of life.Watch the video to know more.#ManipalHospitalBaner #YourManipal #LifesOn | Manipal Hospitals

Dr. Aravindan Tharakad S

Orthopaedic Surgeon • 13 yrs • Chennai

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Do all fractures require surgery?

Do all fractures require surgery?

In this video Dr. Aravindan Tharakad, Orthopedic Surgeon at Promed hospital explains about the different kinds of fractures, which needs to be operated. Some of the fractures which needs to be operated are: 1.Open fracture 2.Badly displaced fracture 3.Lower limb fracture For Consultation with Dr. Aravindan Tharakad , call us +91-7305067927 / +91-9500077678

Dr. Aravindan Tharakad S

Orthopaedic Surgeon • 13 yrs • Chennai

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How a fracture can be treated

How a fracture can be treated

In this video Dr. Aravindan Tharakad, Orthopedic Surgeon at Promed hospital explains about fractures and how it can be treated in many ways. Operations for fractures depends on 3 factors: 1.Condition of fracture 2.Quality of bone 3.General condition of patient. To fix an appointment with Dr. Aravindan Tharakad , call us +91-7305067927 / +91-9500077678

Find a Doctor for Bone Health & Osteoporosis

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Dr. Vinayak Ghanate

Orthopaedic Surgeon

18 yrs

Pune

Manipal Hospitals
Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411045
₹700 consultation
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Dr. Aravindan Tharakad S

Orthopaedic Surgeon

13 yrs

Chennai

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Raja Garden, Kottivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600041
₹600 consultation
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Dr. Shamsul Hoda

Orthopaedic Surgeon

18 yrs

Patna

Ortho World, Wells Hospital, Ujjawal Ortho Centre
Kankarbagh, Patna, Bihar, 800020
₹500 consultation

Dr. Ashutosh Upadhyay

Orthopaedic Surgeon

14 yrs

Varanasi

Apollo Clinic
Durgakund, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010
₹1000 consultation