Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA President and Chief Executive Officer | Hospital for Special Surgery
Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA President and Chief Executive Officer | Hospital for Special Surgery
Although osteoporosis affects approximately 10 million people over the age of 50, misunderstandings about the condition persist. Dr. Alana C. Serota, an internal medicine physician at HSS, addresses common misconceptions regarding osteoporosis and bone fractures.
Dr. Serota points out the frequent confusion between osteoporosis and osteoarthritis due to their similar-sounding names. "One is in the joints and one is in the bones," she explains, emphasizing the unrelated nature of these conditions. Osteoporosis does not cause pain unless a fracture occurs, whereas osteoarthritis can result in daily discomfort. Moreover, the prevention strategies and treatments for these conditions differ significantly, underscoring the importance of understanding each independently to appreciate their distinct impacts on health.
Further information is available in the complete article on healthcentral.com.
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