It is estimated that more than 200 million people across the globe suffer from osteoporosis. Approximately 30% of all postmenopausal ladies have osteoporosis. Dr S M Akerkar, consultant rheumatologist, stresses that brisk walking is one of the best and safest exercise for strengthening the bones.
What is Osteoporosis?
Simply speaking osteoporosis means – ‘porous’ or brittle bones. They are less dense when compared to a normal bone, hence weak and more likely to fracture. Osteoporotic fractures are common in wrist, hip and spine.