Alternative Therapies in Osteoporosis (REL-ACU-0-CE282-60)

Course overview

Despite the availability of effective pharmacologic therapies for treatment of osteoporosis, many patients prefer to augment or substitute traditional treatments with nontraditional alternative therapies. Patients who choose alternative therapies may be concerned about the adverse effects and cost of prescription medications, mistrust the pharmaceutical industry, or simply be reluctant to take prescription medications. Healthcare professionals need to be aware of nontraditional options to provide comprehensive information to the growing number of people at risk for or diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis.