Osteoporosis: Advanced Topics

This book provides latest information regarding osteoporosis. The osteoarticular system is influenced by osteoporosis. There are hormonal, kidney-related, neuromuscular and gastrointestinal factors along with others which can constitute the etiopathogenesis of osteoporosis that have been presented in this book. On the other hand, for the prevention of osteoporosis, many crucial lifestyle conditions like physical activity, smoking, drugs and caffeine intake, associated diseases, dietary habits, etc. have been elucidated in this book. Prevention and treatment of this disease have been described through a multidisciplinary and integrated approach in this book. The information regarding bone metabolisms and related disorders reflects a wide field that is presently escalating through many investigations being carried out throughout the world. The aim of this book is to present numerous reviews and original investigations regarding this disorder.