Standards In Bone Health
The Role of Vitamin D in Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis
Vitamin D supplementation is now recognized as an essential component of osteoporosis prevention and management strategy. With more than 10 million Americans diagnosed with osteoporosis and millions more at risk, it's become increasingly important to understand the essential role of Vitamin D in bone health. In an effort to promote better patient care and outcomes, we are pleased to provide you with this handy diagnostic tool and reference guide: The Role of Vitamin D in the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis.
This reference guide examines:
- The causes and effects of vitamin D deficiency;
- Current vitamin D intake and supplementation recommendations;
- The beneficial outcomes of vitamin D supplementation;
- Effective osteoporosis prevention and management strategies.
This tool was designed to aid primary care physicians and other medical professionals who diagnosis and treat patients at risk for osteoporosis. It was developed in coordination with Neil Binkley, MD, Associate Director, University of Wisconsin, Department of Medicine, Institute of Aging.
This Clinical Atlas is part of a comprehensive educational initiative that includes newsletters, national webcasts, and satellite broadcasts that can be found on this website under CME Resources.
