Bone Tissue Discussion
Humans’ bones, which are living tissues, continuously break down and renew themselves with new material. However, individuals with osteoporosis bones break down faster than they renew themselves. Thus, bones become more brittle, less dense, and more porous (Cosman, Felicia, et al.). This essay will discuss Jane’s need for lifestyle and dietary modifications to manage osteoporosis.
As much there is no cure for osteoporosis, there are treatments to manage the condition once diagnosed. The treatment objective involves strengthening and protecting the bones. Swimming exercises are good for muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. However, this can be done 45 minutes to one hour, two to three times per week. This will enable her to introduce balance and stretching exercises to enhance flexibility. This can be performed twice a week for safety reasons if she overbalances. Lastly, for bone health, resistance exercises to strengthen the arm muscles, trunk, and lower limbs are recommended. Diet lifestyle changes to promote bone strength include soy products, nuts, and green leafy vegetables. These are foods rich in calcium, which can also be supplemented with calcium carbonate or calcium nitrate as supplements. However, the doctor should be able to prescribe calcium supplements from the client’s assessment (Hosking, Sarah M., et al.). Vitamin D, which maintains proper calcium levels and promotes the doctor, should regularly measure calcium absorption in the intestines. The doctor will decide if the supplement is necessary to maintain bone health. Thus, low impact outdoor workout is essential since the sun is the best source of Vitamin D. Jane should avoid both smoking and alcohol since they increase fracture risk and decrease bone density. A physical therapist can also supervise her workout routine.
Individuals with low bone density are advised to consume a healthful diet, prevent falls, exercise regularly, and watch on alcohol and caffeine use (Cosman, Felicia, et al.). Outdoor workouts are essential for exposure to the sun. Recommendations for lifestyle changes for Jane will enable her to manage osteoporosis and stay as healthy as possible.