Westood, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/20/2017 -- Osteoporosis is a silent condition that strikes millions of Americans. Although it is more common in women, men are vulnerable, too.

Osteoporosis can occur when the body has insufficient amounts of calcium and Vitamin D over time. Calcium doesn't only promote strong bones. It also is needed for other bodily systems to function. When the amounts of calcium and Vitamin D are too low, the body steals from the bones to compensate. That's when bone density is compromised and osteoporosis can develop. The condition significantly increases the risk of broken bones and the need for treatment. Those who require orthopedic surgery in Bergen County, NJ, can rely on the elite team at Kayal Orthopaedic Center for the most innovative and professional care.

So who is at risk? Here are some key factors:

Age: Bone mass commonly reaches its peak when a person is 30 years old. Everyone experiences bone loss as they age.

Gender: Women are much more likely to develop osteoporosis than men. As a rule, women have less bone mass than men. Plus, post-menopausal women are at greater risk because they have lower levels of estrogen, which helps their digestive systems absorb calcium.

Race: Caucasians and Asians are more vulnerable.

Smoking: Tobacco is a risk factor.

Excessive alcohol consumption: Because alcohol inhibits calcium absorption, regular drinkers are at higher risk. Those who drink more than two drinks a day are more likely to experience bone loss.

Medication history: Long-term use of certain prescription drugs, including some steroids and certain selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), can increase bone density loss.

Osteoporosis doesn't cause pain so it is often not discovered until after someone falls and breaks a bone. Still, there are steps people can take to keep their bones healthy and avoid osteoporosis, including abstaining from tobacco use, consuming no more than two alcoholic drinks a day, exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet that includes enough Vitamin D and calcium (or supplements).

The team at Kayal Orthopaedic Center has the skills, expertise and experience to diagnose and treat osteoporosis. Its award-winning physicians can meet every orthopedic surgery need in Bergen County, NJ, and beyond. Whether patients are in search of a sports medicine specialist in Paramus, NJ, or a joint replacement surgeon in Westwood, NJ, they will find expert care and the answers they are searching for at Kayal Orthopaedic Center.

About Kayal Orthopaedic Center
Kayal Orthopaedic Center offers the full spectrum of orthopaedic care. Located in Bergen County, NJ, the practice specializes in minimally invasive surgery, injury prevention, innovative therapies and pain management. Its three convenient New Jersey offices are at: 266 Harristown Road, Suite 107, Glen Rock; 784 Franklin Ave., Suite 250, Franklin Lakes; and 250 Old Hook Road, Suite 401, on the campus of HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley, Westwood. Schedule a same-day appointment by calling 844.281.1783 or contact Kayal Orthopaedic Center by filling out this form.