The Impact of a Sedentary Lifestyle, Obesity, Tobacco, and Alcohol on Bone and Joint Health
Introduction The health of bones and joints is foundational to mobility and quality of life. However, modern lifestyle factors—including sedentary behavior, obesity, smoking, and excessive alcohol intake—pose significant threats to the integrity and longevity of the musculoskeletal system. These factors contribute not only to degenerative conditions
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PREVENT OSTEOPOROSIS FROM CHILDHOOD
Dr. Tran Van Nam DON’T WAIT TOO LONG – PROTECT YOUR BONES EARLY Osteoporosis is a silent progressive disease, often only discovered when a fracture occurs. In this article, we will focus solely on primary osteoporosis – the most common form, which affects women more than
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BONE HEALING PROCESS AND INFLUENCE FACTORS
Dr. Tran Van Nam After a bone fracture, the body goes through four main stages to recover and regenerate bone tissue. 1. Stages of Bone Healing Inflammatory Phase (Haematoma of the Bone) – First 3–5 days Soft Callus Phase – 4 days to 3 weeks Hard
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TREATING OSTEOPOROSIS IN THE ELDERLY WITH TRADITIONAL MEDICINE
Dr. Tran Van Nam Osteoporosis: A Comprehensive Approach Combining Modern and Traditional Medicine Osteoporosis (OP) is one of the most common health issues among the elderly, particularly postmenopausal women. It is not merely a condition of reduced bone density but also poses a hidden risk of
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HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN IN OSTEOPOROSIS TREATMENT: 3 OUTSTANDING BENEFITS
Dr. Tran Van Nam 1. What is Hydrolyzed Collagen? Collagen is a crucial protein in the body, accounting for about 30% of the total protein content and playing an essential role in maintaining the structure of bones, skin, cartilage, nails, and hair. However, natural collagen (non-hydrolyzed)
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EFFECTIVE EASTERN-WESTERN MEDICINE COMBINATION MODEL IN THE TREATMENT OF OSTEOPOROSIS (BRITTLE BONE DISEASE)
Dr. Tran Van Nam and Mr. Ton That Hung On August 19, 2016, in Ho Chi Minh City, a symposium titled “Diamond Bone Therapy in the Treatment of Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Osteoporosis, and Osteoarthritis” was held, attracting over 70 experts from traditional medicine and orthopedic trauma
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