We often hear complaints from drivers and office workers who complaints about back pain and joint pain. This may be due to their occupation nature where they have to sit in a position for a long period of time without sufficient exercise.
They may complaint about bone or joint pain. Sometimes this is only temporary but other pain could be a symptoms of bigger problems behind which could even leads to physical disability.
Common bone and joints ailments are osteoporosis and bone pain. These two are the most common problems. Bone break when they cannot withstand physical force exerted on them. Some simple problems may need just plasters or splints; while others may require surgery.
As we grow older, our bones mass gets lighter and more brittle. This increase our vulnerability to fracture. The onset of osteoporosis aggravate the problems further. From medical observation worldwide, osteoporosis does not occur in the elderly only; it can even affect young people as young as 40. In our hectic modern lifestyle, lack of exercise, excessive smoking and caffeine intake, alcohol and drug abuse can increase the chances of osteoporosis and bone fracture.
As we ages, our bone tissue becomes thinner and bone density loss over time. This may leads to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis may affect anyone, however is more likely to affect older women. Hip, spine and wrist are the common vulnerable area that could be affected by osteoporosis.
Calcium is the blocking block for strong and healthy bones. As such, calcium supplements is the common prescription for osteoporosis. Calcium supplements can help to reduce measurable bone mass loss and lower the risk of spine fracture risk. The recommended calcium intake is 1000mg per day.
Beside calcium, our body requires plenty of other bone fortifying minerals such as magnesium, copper, manganese and zinc. These minerals help with bone formation and skeletal repair. Also not forgetting that exercise involving resistance training helps to strengthen our bones too. However, anyone suffering from bone pain must seek medical advise first before beginning any form of exercise.