week 8 discussion

This week you have learned about common Orthopedic disorders in the Adult and Geriatric patient. For the purpose of this discussion I will do it on Osteoporosis. please use apa style format for references. references can not be more than 5 years or older. 

•  Common Signs and symptoms seen
• Screening assessment tools
• Recommended diagnostic tests (if any)
• Treatment plans both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic based on current clinical practice guidelines