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| 1. When Does Osteoporosis Occur? / 2. Loss of Bone Mass / 3. Fractures | |
Effects of OsteoporosisFracturesWhen osteoporosis is severe, spinal "crush" fractures may occur, shortening body height and stooping the curvature of the back. This happens when the body's weight becomes too great a burden for weakened bones to support. Another common problem associated with osteoporosis is hip fracture (broken hip), usually linked to falling.
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