The organizations listed provide additional educational resources for Osteoporosis patients and their families.
Useful Links
National Osteoporosis FoundationThe National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading nonprofit, voluntary health organization dedicated to promoting lifelong bone health in order to reduce the widespread prevalence of osteoporosis and associated fractures, while working to find a cure for the disease through programs of research, education and advocacy.
FOSAMAX® (Alendronate Sodium Tablets)
FOSAMAX is used for the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis (thinning of bone) in women after menopause. It reduces the chance of having a hip or spinal fracture. It is also used to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis.
American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons
The latest source for latest Legislation, educational, health care policy and research information. The site includes the bylaws and position papers of the AAOS, and the latest federal and state laws enacted that pertain to the practice of orthopedics and medicine.
American
Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons
An information source for latest trends in joint replacement surgery
about the hip and knee.
Arthritis
Foundation
Discusses non operative means of dealing with arthritis. Gives local
resources that are available.
Eastern
Pennsylvania Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation, Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter operates across
the state to assist those affected by the disease and provide current
information for people with arthritis and their families.
Spine
Universe
Spine Universe is dedicated to the mission of being the most comprehensive
Internet portal for information on the spine. We seek to educate the public
to the full range of technologies, services, treatments and research available
on the subject of spinal disorders.