Why you should care for your bones

Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Parmenas Oroko. [PHOTOS: COURTESY]

NAIROBI: Osteoporosis is a condition characterised by loss of normal bone density, resulting in reduced bone strength, poor bone quality and increased risk of fractures. Though principally manifested by fractures in the hip, spine and wrist, all bones are subject to the ravages of the disease.

According to Dr Parmenas Oroko, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Aga Khan University Hospital, bone is a living tissue comprising of protein, collagen, and calcium.