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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a joint disorder characterized by swelling.  A joint is an area of the body where two different bones meet. Joints are found in the knees, hips, fingers and other areas of the body that bend to ease movement. There are many types of arthritis, one of which is called osteoarthritis.

Our Bone Health Advocates

Philipe Chevrier, master chef

My philosophy is to cook food that is balanced and healthy, using seasonal ingredients. I’m interested in osteoporosis because it affects one woman in three and one man in five (over the age of 50). There is a link between osteoporosis and nutrition because food that is rich in calcium and vitamin D can strengthen the bones. Bone Appétit.

Paolo Rossi, Italian footballer, scored three goals to win World Cup for Italy in 1982

My mother has osteoporosis and every day I feel her pain - she suffers terribly and I just wish that her doctors had told her about osteoporosis risk factors before she started breaking her bones. I now realize that osteoporosis also strikes men - and because I have a family history of osteoporosis I intend to learn more about this disease and get myself checked before it gets to me.

Joan Rivers, comedienne

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be a candidate for osteoporosis. I know now, I should have paid more attention to my personal risk factors; I should have taken better care of my bones. You know what? So should you. So come on, Beat the Break, take responsibility for your bones. Just talk to your doctor about osteoporosis.