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Prevention of Osteoporosis

Making Sense of the Published Evidence

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Osteoporosis

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Abstract

In this chapter, we will discuss the complexities of applying osteoporosis research findings to clinical practice, review the evidence for some specific preventive interventions, and suggest an algorithm that primary care providers can use to help make decisions about screening for osteoporosis and the prevention of fractures.

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  1. Peter S. Millard MD.PHD
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  1. Maine Center for Osteoporosis Research and Education, St. Joseph Hospital, Bangor, Maine, USA

    Clifford J. Rosen MD

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Millard, P.S. (1996). Prevention of Osteoporosis. In: Rosen, C.J. (eds) Osteoporosis. Current Clinical Practice. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-0221-9_23

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