For older adults, a broken bone can be the start of more serious health problems and lead to long-term changes in mobility. In this webinar, Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou discusses the key factors related to bone health as we age and the causes, risks, and consequences of falls, fractures, and osteoporosis. Find out about the latest research, diagnosis, and treatment options for osteoporosis, and discover simple lifestyle changes and practical tips that can make a big difference in preventing falls and fractures.

Learn the answers to the following questions:

0:00 Introduction
1:14 What are the current recommendations for exercise, nutrition, screening and medication for osteoporosis?
4:45 What is osteoporosis?
9:45 How do you assess your own fracture risk?
12:45 What role do exercise and nutrition play in bone health?
18:50 What are the medication options for the treatment of osteoporosis?
28:05 How about if you have exercise intolerance or stamina issues that affect a person’s physical activity?
29:55 How about the side effects, such as jaw pain, associated with denosumab (Prolia)?
32:20 What are effective fall prevention strategies?
37:20 What should children and young adults do to optimize their bone health?
38:38 What does the research say about collagen, protein, vitamin K, calcium and other foods or supplements for bone health?
44:54 Is there a role for hormone replacement, or estrogen therapy, for bone health?
46:20 Should you use a rollator walker to prevent future falls?
47:50 What tests will your healthcare provider do to assess your risk of fractures and bone health?
51:45 Why is the first year after a fracture the highest-risk period for refracture?

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Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou is a Professor of Medicine (Division of Geriatrics) at McMaster University, a Geriatric Medicine Specialist at Hamilton Health Sciences and Executive Director of the GERAS Centre for Aging Research.

Dr. Anthony Levinson is a Professor at McMaster University and a physician who works in the area of consultation-liaison psychiatry in Hamilton, Ontario. He leads the design and development of multimedia content, including online learning about various topics related to healthy aging for the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal.

This talk is presented as a partnership between the Optimal Aging Portal and the Office of Alumni
Engagement.

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