There are some risk factors for developing osteoporosis that you can’t do anything about. Studies suggest that the following groups are at a higher risk for osteoporosis:Women, especially post-menopausal women or women who have had hysterectomies
White and Asian people
Short or small-framed people, especially thin people
People with a family history of osteoporosis
Older people

, You can take the steps in this article to affect many of these risk factors. People have a higher risk of osteoporosis if they:Have anorexia nervosa
Don’t get enough calcium and vitamin D
Have low estrogen and/or testosterone levels
Use certain medications, such as corticosteroids
Don’t get enough weight-bearing activity
Smoke
Drink too much alcohol

, Some medications, such as corticosteroids like prednisone, decrease your body’s absorption of calcium through the intestines.If you have other risk factors for osteoporosis, speak with your doctor to determine a safe dosage.


Taking the lowest possible dose for the shorted time will decrease inflammation without increasing your risk of osteoporosis as much.
If you must continue to take corticosteroids or are otherwise at high-risk for osteoporosis, ask your doctor about medications that can help treat or prevent osteoporosis. Medications include ibandronate (Boniva), alendronate (Fosamax), risedronate sodium (Actonel), and zoledronic acid (Reclast).Hormones including estrogen products may also reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis.

Know what risk factors you can’t change.
Know what risk factors you can change.
Ask your doctor about your medications.
Get a bone density test.A bone density test will check your bone strength by using X-rays, ultrasound, or tomography to determine the mineral levels in your bones.It doesn’t hurt.You should get a bone density test if your doctor recommends it or if:You are a woman aged 65 or older
You are a postmenopausal woman under 65 with risk factors for osteoporosis
You are man aged 70 or older
You are a man aged 50-69 with risk factors for osteoporosis
You have a medical condition associated with osteoporosis, such as autoimmune disorders or endocrine/hormonal disorders or have other reasons for being at high-risk for osteoporosis
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