Bridging the Gap: Comprehensive Osteoporosis Care in Primary Practice-Section 4

Section 4 - Patient Education and Adherence

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Patient education and medication adherence are crucial in preventing future fractures, especially in managing osteoporosis. Ensuring patients understand their diagnosis and treatment benefits can improve adherence. Shared decision-making and addressing social health determinants help tailor resources and support. Barriers like prescription costs or fears about side effects must be addressed, as misinformation may deter some patients. While concerns about rare side effects (e.g., jaw osteonecrosis and atypical fractures) exist, these risks are incomparable to untreated fracture risks. Regular screening and guideline-based treatments, including safe medications and lifestyle changes, significantly reduce fracture risk.

Keywords

osteoporosis

medication adherence

patient education

fracture prevention

shared decision-making