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Learn
About Osteoporosis-Definition, Symptoms and Treatment
In Dr. Koshes’ online Massage Therapy course,
“Clinical Neurology and Orthopedics for the Massage Therapist,”
he reviews commonly diagnosed musculoskeletal conditions with
protocols for treatment. In his class he discusses osteoporosis
which is a condition where the calcium levels in bone are diminished.
This can be caused from the normal affects of aging, early menopause,
long term effects of steroid drug therapy or a poor diet. Females
are involved 2:1 over males. When the spine is involved, the patient
can develop a characteristic posture of the thoracic spine referred
to as Hyperkyphosis. These patients can be subject to bone fractures
from trivial traumas, like rolling over in bed or stepping off
a curb. When a fracture occurs in the thoracic spine, it will
produce an anterior angulation of the kyphosis called a Gibbus
Deformity.
Symptoms that can be produced can include localized
pinpoint tenderness directly over the vertebral level where the
fracture has occurred. Generally the patient will described a
deep ache within their spine which is aggravated by weight bearing
and motion.
The Massage Therapy continuing education class also covers Treatment,
which initially should include “PRICES” which stands for; protection
of the injury, rest of the injury, ice, compression, elevation
and support for the injury. Treatment of this type of injury could
take 6-8 weeks. In-office care protocol could include massage
treatment, (adjacent to the fracture site but not directly over
the fracture), acupuncture, physical therapy, chiropractic, mild
to moderate support bracing. Once the fracture has healed recommendations
to increase calcium levels should include gentle weight bearing
exercise, sunlight which increases the production of Vitamin D
which can help in calcium absorption and vitamin therapy. A referral
should also be made for a medical evaluation to determine if the
patient would be a candidate for hormonal replacement therapy.
Dr. Koshes' online CEU massage therapy training
is accredited by the Florida State Massage Therapy Association.
Should you wish additional information on commonly diagnosed musculoskeletal
injuries and continuing education units for Florida Massage Therapists,
including including Post Graduation CEU classes contact Dr. Koshes
at his website www.koshes.com
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