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Osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist. Men as well as women are affected by osteoporosis, a disease that can be prevented and treated. In the United States, more than 40 million people either already have osteoporosis o...more

Osteoporosis: Building Your Bone Health with Alan J. Jacobs M.D. Flash Player 8 or better is required to view this video. Click here to download the free upgrade.   Hello, I’m Dr. Alan Jacobs, Board Certified Rheumatologist with the Arthritis Center of Nebraska. One of my personal interests is in the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis, a debilitating bone disease tha...more

Osteoporosis FAQ April 3, 2008 by Alan Jacobs M.D. My hip hurts. Isn't that osteoporosis? No. Osteoporosis causes broken bones so there is no pain until a bone fractures. What's the difference between osteoporosis and osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the joint disease when the joint surface disappears and leads to a grinding, painful joint. Osteoporosis is a bone disease with "p...more

Clinical Research Center The Clinical Research Center was established in 1976 to offer our patients a treatment alternative at a time when fewer effective treatments were available. Our participation in clinical research has also allowed us the opportunity to be on the "cutting edge" of new developments in the treatment of rheumatic disease. We work with major pharmaceutical companies who ...more

What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become more thin and fragile and gradually are more likely to break. Osteoporosis occurs more frequently in women after they reach menopause, but may also occur in men. It causes significant bone calcium loss which can result in a severe and painful curvature of the spine. The medical name for this condition is "kyphosis" w...more