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The Use of Preventive Strategies for Bone Loss

School of Health Sciences, Victoria University, Melbourne City, Vic 8001, Australia

Correspondence to: Dr. Hong Xu, School of Health Sciences, Victoria University, P.O. Box 14428, Melbourne City, Vic 8001, Australia. Tel: (+61) 3-9919-2765, Fax: (+61) 3-9364-2729.

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David Lawson

School of Health Sciences, Victoria University, Melbourne City, Vic 8001, Australia

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Annette Kras

School of Health Sciences, Victoria University, Melbourne City, Vic 8001, Australia

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Damien Ryan

School of Health Sciences, Victoria University, Melbourne City, Vic 8001, Australia

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https://doi.org/10.1142/S0192415X05002916Cited by:22 (Source: Crossref)

Abstract

Osteoporosis is a worldwide problem that is increasing significantly as the global population both increases and ages. While osteoporosis has been extensively studied in recent years, the utilization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of this condition has seldom been examined. This paper examines the theories and the literature that relate to diagnosis, prevention and treatment of bone loss at the time of menopause according to the principles of TCM. It also considers practical developments in these areas as illustrated by the authors' research findings in recent studies. TCM diagnosis attributes a number of different underlying patterns to menopausal bone loss. A very common pattern in this situation is a Kidney qi and yin deficiency pattern. TCM analysis can be used as an early determinant of those persons who are potentially at risk of bone loss. Acupuncture, herbal medicine and Tai Ji exercise can then be applied to prevent and treat osteoporosis. These treatments can be effective, if they are applied correctly. The therapies may also be used in the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis, as well as the general maintenance of women's health during menopause.

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