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May 29, 2025 21 mins

Osteoporosis is a silent disease. There is no pain or other symptoms but inflammation in the gut and joints is a risk factor. Learn about your risks and what you can do for osteoporosis from rheumatologist Dr. Diana Sandler.

Join host Corinne Rutkowski, a third year medical student, as she explores the relationship between osteoporosis and psoriasis with leading bone health expert and rheumatologist Dr. Diana Sandler. Listen as they discuss the difference between osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, bone density testing, how prolonged inflammation is a key risk factor especially for psoriatic arthritis, along with treatments and actions you can take to minimize your risk of osteoporosis and fractures.  

Do what you can to protect your bone health and function as you age.

Timestamps:

  • (00:00) Intro to Psound Bytes & guest welcome rheumatologist Dr. Diana Sandler.
  • (01:23) Risk factors and difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia.
  • (03:10) Difference between osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, which are often confused.
  • (04:17) Diagnosis process for osteoporosis.
  • (06:11) Risk factors for development of osteoporosis.
  • (07:57) Is it possible to have osteoporosis or osteopenia and psoriatic arthritis together?
  • (09:44) The role of osteoclast and osteoblasts in bone formation.
  • (12:21) Treatment of osteoporosis.
  • (14:10) Importance of vitamin D and calcium in the prevention of osteoporosis.
  • (15:57) Activities that strengthen the muscles and bones to slow progression of osteoporosis.
  • (17:08) Precautions and tips for avoiding falls.
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