Postural changes and women's aging: association with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis

Title : Postural changes and women's aging: association with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis

Abstract:

The aging of women is associated with postural changes and bone deterioration. These alterations are usually associated and require a broader therapeutic approach, from diagnosis to overall treatment. Densitometric exams allow an evaluation of these alterations, allowing a more effective and generalist treatment.

Biography:

Dr. De Matos teach Anatomy and Special Populations in the Postgraduate program in physical activity and health and he is coordinator of the Densitometry Laboratory at the Federal University of Technology-Paraná-Brazil. He is researcher in the area of women's health with research in Fibromyalgia, Bariatric Surgery and bone density, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Currently develop projects in primary health in the risk of falls and fractures.