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Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterized by weakness of bones, increased bone fragility, decreased bone mineral density (diminishing mineral content in the bone), and microarchitectural damage. It is also known as a "S ilent disease"  because typically no symptoms appear until there is a broken bone. This condition affects millions of people worldwide and is primarily associated with aging but can also affect young adults. it is more common in postmenopausal females.  https://physiotherapisttalks.blogspot.com/2023/09/managing-osteoporosis-through.html Why does Osteoporosis occur? Typically, at a young age, your bones are strong enough to bear your body's weight and help you continue your life. Your bone tissues are resorbed and then replaced with new and healthy tissues -  the process of remodeling  but as you age your body's ability to form a new bone - remodeling decreases. Hence, your body reabsorbs bone tissue but is unable to replace it with new tissues