Osteoporosis Reference Guide

Osteoporosis Risk Factors

There are many factors that determine who is at risk to develop osteoporosis. Of course, the first step toward prevention is to determine risk. Risk factors include:

Age

The older you are, the greater your risk of developing Osteoporosis.

Gender

Women are at a greater risk for developing Osteoporosis than men are.

Race

Caucasian and Asian women are more likely to develop Osteoporosis.

Bone Structure and Weight

Small-framed and thin women are at greater risk develop Osteoporosis.

Menopause

The onset of menopause may increase your risk of developing osteoporosis.

Lifestyle

Cigarettes, alcohol, lack of calcium and/or lack of exercise increases your chances of developing Osteoporosis.

Medications

Certain medications used to treat chronic medical conditions can lead to Osteoporosis.