Q I hear bones weaken more after menopause. Does the fracture risk really increase later?
A For the first several years after menopause, bone density drops rapidly, making it a period of higher fracture risk. By managing it from now with calcium, exercise, and treatment, you can sufficiently lower that risk.
Detailed Answer
When estrogen disappears, bone density decreases most rapidly in the first several years right after menopause. If you do not manage it during this time, the risk of fractures in the wrist, spine, and hip gradually grows. Fortunately, by checking your status with regular bone-density tests and combining calcium, vitamin D, and weight-bearing exercise, you can slow bone loss.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, the bones and marrow are seen as filled by the Kidney essence, so we reinforce the weakened Kidney essence (sinjeong) to strengthen the foundation of the bones. Along with testing and exercise management, we raise the body's fundamental vitality so you can solidly get through the period when fracture risk rises.
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