Osteoporosis Doctor | Royal Oak, MI

Osteoporosis is a disease that poses a significant threat to bone health, characterized by a weakening and thinning of bones, rendering them more susceptible to fractures. While osteoporosis affects both genders, women face a higher risk, particularly post-menopause when estrogen levels decline sharply, leading to accelerated bone loss.

Dr. Nishath Hakim at Prosperity Health in Royal Oak, MI recognizes the critical role of estrogen in bone preservation and employs a comprehensive approach to address osteoporosis prevention. By integrating cutting-edge diagnostic tools, personalized treatment plans, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and lifestyle modifications, Dr. Hakim helps patients prevent, treat, and reverse bone density loss – safeguarding them against the debilitating consequences of osteoporosis.

If you live in the greater Detroit or Royal Oak, MI area, schedule a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Nishath Hakim – and take the first step to protecting your bones, preventing life-threatening fractures, and feeling your best at every age and every stage of life.

Osteoporosis Doctor
Royal Oak, MI

Osteoporosis is a disease that poses a significant threat to bone health, characterized by a weakening and thinning of bones, rendering them more susceptible to fractures. While osteoporosis affects both genders, women face a higher risk, particularly post-menopause when estrogen levels decline sharply, leading to accelerated bone loss.

Dr. Nishath Hakim at Prosperity Health in Royal Oak, MI recognizes the critical role of estrogen in bone preservation and employs a comprehensive approach to address osteoporosis prevention. By integrating cutting-edge diagnostic tools, personalized treatment plans, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and lifestyle modifications, Dr. Hakim helps patients prevent, treat, and reverse bone density loss – safeguarding them against the debilitating consequences of osteoporosis.

If you live in the greater Detroit or Royal Oak, MI area, schedule a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Nishath Hakim – and take the first step to protecting your bones, preventing life-threatening fractures, and feeling your best at every age and every stage of life.

Osteoporosis Prevention & Treatment

Osteoporosis Statistics

200 million women in the world suffer from osteoporosis
10 million people in the United States have osteoporosis
1 in 3 women & 1 in 5 men will suffer from osteoporosis
Almost 9 million fractures per year occur due to osteoporosis
50% of women have a lifetime risk of a broken bone due to osteoporosis
22% of men have a lifetime risk of a broken bone due to osteoporosis
A broken bone from osteoporosis occurs every 3 seconds
The rate of mortalities from hip fracture is almost 25%
Most deaths from hip fracture occurr within six months

Testing for Osteoporosis

Blood work plays an important role in evaluating and treating osteoporosis and comprehensive laboratory tests can provide valuable insights into bone health.

Blood Testing for Osteoporosis may include:

Homocysteine
MTHFR
Vitamins (riboflavin, pyridoxine B6, cobalamin B12, folate, Vitamin D)
Metabolites/amino acids (choline, serine, glutathione, cysteine) which can impact homocysteine levels
Anemia – Ferritin, Iron, TIBC, and % Sat tests can evaluate iron status
Nutritional and Micronutrient Testing

Treating Osteoporosis

BMI, gender, peak bone mass at a young age, physical activity, drugs (steroids), malabsorption, diet, nutrients, genetic factors, tobacco smoke, chronic inflammation, sarcopenia, stress, and inflammation all contribute to bone density. Certain medications can also increase bone loss. Medications for osteoporosis include SERM’s, bisphosphonates, and RANKL antibody medications can help decrease bone breakdown but do not rebuild strong healthy bone. Osteoporosis medications may have significant side effects.

Taking a comprehensive approach to bone health is crucial during and after menopause. Proper nutrition, exercise, and monitoring bone density are essential to prevent osteoporosis and maintain overall health. A comprehensive and personalized approach, including lifestyle adjustments & 100% natural bioidentical hormone replacement can protect your bones now and for years to come.