Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle. This makes them more likely to break, even with a minor fall or bump. Distal radius fracture is a break in the bone at the end of the radius, which is the forearm bone on the thumb side.

Osteoporosis and distal radius fracture are closely linked. In fact, distal radius fracture is one of the most common early signs of osteoporosis. This is because osteoporosis makes bones more likely to break, even with a low-energy fall.

A study published in the journal Osteoporosis International found that the risk of distal radius fracture was 2.5 times higher in people with osteoporosis than in people without osteoporosis. The study also found that the risk of distal radius fracture increased with the severity of osteoporosis.

If you have osteoporosis, you are at an increased risk of distal radius fracture. If you fall, it is important to protect your hands and wrists. You can do this by wearing wrist guards or by using a cane or walker.

If you think you may have osteoporosis, talk to your doctor. They can do a bone density test to measure your bone mineral density. If you have osteoporosis, your doctor can recommend treatment options to help strengthen your bones and reduce your risk of fractures.

Here are some other risk factors for distal radius fracture:

Age: The risk of distal radius fracture increases with age.
Gender: Women are more likely to have distal radius fracture than men.
History of falls: People with a history of falls are more likely to have distal radius fracture.
Occupation: People who work in jobs that require repetitive use of the hands and wrists are more likely to have distal radius fracture.
Certain medical conditions: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes can increase the risk of distal radius fracture.
If you have a distal radius fracture, your doctor will likely recommend some type of treatment. Treatment options may include:

Immobilization: Your doctor may put your arm in a cast or splint to immobilize the fracture.
Surgery: Surgery may be necessary if the fracture is displaced or if there is significant bone loss.

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