Osteoporosis
Dublin Core
Title
Osteoporosis
Subject
Osteoporosis
Description
Osteoporosis is an age-related disorder that causes the gradual loss of bone density and strength. When the thoracic vertebrae are affected, there can be a gradual collapse of the vertebrae. This results in kyphosis, an excessive curvature of the thoracic region.
Contributor
Cut Rita Zahara
Rights
Creative Commons
Type
Image
Files
Collection
Citation
“Osteoporosis,” Open Educational Resource (OER) - USK Library, accessed April 24, 2025, http://202.4.186.74:8004/oer/items/show/1066.