Osteoarthritis & Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are different conditions, but both affect the musculoskeletal system. Older age may increase the risk.

Description

Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are different conditions, but both affect the musculoskeletal system. Older age may increase the risk.

Symptoms of OA may appear gradually and include:

  • aching or painful joints
  • stiffness, usually in the morning
  • limited range of motion
  • clicking or popping sounds in the joint
  • joint swelling
  • joint instability or buckling
  • being over the age of 50
  • joint injury or overuse
  • obesity
  • malalignment of bone structure or joints
  • weak muscles, which can also lead to poor alignment
  • genetics
  • being female
  • environmental factors, such as level of physical activity and die

 

Osteoporosis is a bone disease where bone mass and bone mineral density decrease, leading to an increased risk of the bones breaking. Osteoarthritis (OA) is arthritis in which the cartilage around joints wears away.

Some people may notice the following:

  • tooth loss, if osteoporosis affects the jaw
  • back pain, which could indicate a vertebral or compression fracture
  • loss of height
  • broken bone
  • hump in the upper back

Factors that may increase the risk of developing osteoporosis include:

  • being female, particularly after menopause
  • people who go through menopause before the age of 45 or who have irregular or missed periods
  • people who have had a hysterectomy to remove the ovaries
  • infrequent exercise, or excessive exercise that results in missed periods
  • males with low testosterone levels
  • people with small body frames
  • a family history of osteoporosis
  • being Caucasian or Asian
  • some medications, such as corticosteroids or antiseizure drugs
  • some medical conditions, such as inflammatory arthritis or celiac disease
  • smoking or high alcohol consumption

Does yoga & Meditation helps manage osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis?

Yoga and meditation can help manage osteoarthritis and osteoporosis in several ways, including: 

  • Pain relief

Yoga can help relieve pain from osteoarthritis by improving joint stability, increasing synovial fluid flow, and reducing inflammation. 

  • Bone strength

Yoga can help strengthen bones and build bone density, which can help reduce the risk of fractures. 

  • Stress management

Yoga’s breathing practices and meditation can help reduce stress and alter the body’s stress response. 

  • Mindfulness

Yoga can help people become more aware of their movements and develop skills like non-harming and contentment.