Osteoporosis Questions

Read the information, do some independent research, and answer the questions that follow:

Osteoporosis is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having a T-score less than -2.5. Some people have low bone density. You may hear this condition called osteopenia. Osteopenia is defined as 10% to 25% below peak adult bone mass, or a T-score between –1.0 and –2.5 standard deviations below normal. Having a T-score between -1.0 and -2.5 is not “pre-osteoporosis” but it is very important for people with low bone density to develop a good plan to prevent bone loss and osteoporosis.

Answer the following questions:

1. Why are hip and lumbar vertebrae regions used fo r assessment of bone density?
2. What are some health-related complications associated with osteoporosis?
3. Is a T-score of -2.2 considered normal, osteopenia, or osteoporosis?
4. Is a T-score of 0 considered normal, osteopenia, or osteoporosis?
5. Describe two preventative measures reducing chances of developing osteoporosis.