Support Healthy Bones to Avoid Total Hip Replacement Baltimore MD

Since the first version of a total hip replacement Baltimore MD was performed in 1968, millions and millions of individuals have been able to benefit from this pain (and disability) relieving procedure.  While it is wonderful that this operation along with other joint replacement surgeries, are available for those who need them, there are a few habits and health-related choices that everyone can make to increase the odds of staying out of the operating room, even as they age.

Healthy Habits to Support Bones and Avoid Hip Replacement Baltimore

• All women are at a particularly high risk for osteoporosis.  Their risk increases at menopause when the female hormone Estrogen naturally declines.  A bone density screening is a painless test that any primary care physician can prescribe to determine the condition of skeletal structures.  It is recommended for all women over the age of 65, and those who are younger who have specific risk factors.
• Supporting healthy bones is just one more reason to put out that cigarette.  It is well known that cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances, including nicotine and free radicals that increase the risk of bone fractures.  It is never too late to quit, either.  Even women who stop smoking permanently in their 40's and 50's tend to show increased bone density a year after stopping.
• Cutting down on or quitting caffeine is probably not as important and quitting smoking, but it still helps in reducing hip fractures that can lead to the need for an emergency hip replacement procedure Baltimore MD.  No more than 300 milligrams of caffeine is recommended daily.  this is equal to about two normal-sized cups of coffee.
• Getting to the gym on a regular basis in another good way to maintain strong bones.  Studies have found that women who do some weight bearing exercise combined with a regular aerobic routine have a 15% higher bone density than those who do not.  Athletics and other kinds of physical training also improve balance, which leads to a reduction in trips and falls that can result in broken bones and other injuries.
• Consuming some healthy omega-3 fatty acids is another way to keep the skeleton healthy.  These nutrients are also good for the heart and other parts of the body.