Osteoporosis Guide 

Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass or deterioration of bone tissue. Leading to an increased risk of a fracture (Osteoporosis Canada).

Facts: 

  • 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men in Canada will suffer from fracture as a result of osteoporosis in their lifetime 

  • 2 million Canadians are affected by osteoporosis 

Peak bone mass is achieved between the ages of 16-20 in females and between 20-25 in males! It is important to build strong bones during childhood to defend against osteoporosis later in life! 

Natural Management of Osteoporosis: 

  • Calcium - 1500mg per day (elemental calcium) 

  • Vitamin D - 1400 IU (prevents recurrent fractures) 

  • Weight bearing/ resistance exercises

  • “If you don't use it, you lose it!”

  • Resistance and weight bearing exercises challenge the body and therefore the body responds by building more bone 

  • Magnesium - 500-700 mg 

  • Boron - 1-3 mg 

  • Icarrin Flavonoid - 60 mg per day 

Available Supplements at the Wellum Chiropractic Clinic (Ask Dr. Brookshaw, Dr. Rybicki or Dr. Schatz which is best for you!):

  • Magnesium Citrate (Powder - drink mix) - Natural Factors 

  • Magnesium Citrate - Natural Factors 

  • Calcium and Magnesium Citrate with Vit. D - Natural Factors 

  • Vit. C Calcium Ascorbate - Natural Factors 

  • Vit. C - Natural Factors 

  • Cal Mag D - Nutrilite 

  • Mineral Matrix - St. Francis Herb Farm

  • Bone Support Formula - Adeeva  

  • Glucosamine Joint Formula - Adeeva