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ForwardClinical Updates: Identifying Osteoporosis-Related Vertebral Fractures in Primary Care
In this article, we explore the critical topic of diagnosing osteoporosis-related vertebral fracture. We discuss the factors that lead to pathologic changes in the spine, the types of fractures that result, their consequences to physical and psychological health, and both how to recognize these fractures and how to distinguish them from the myriad other causes of back pain. In a future article, we will discuss the spectrum of therapeutic options for VCF and the growing evidence base that clinicians can draw upon when developing management plans for affected patients.
Target Audience
This continuing education activity is intended for use by health professionals who participate in the care of patients at risk for or suffering from osteoporosis, in the areas of primary care, endocrinology, geriatrics, gynecology, internal, obstetrics, orthopedics, osteopathy, pediatrics, physiatry, radiology, rheumatology and physical therapy.
This includes physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, technologists, researchers, public health professionals and health educators with an interest in osteoporosis and bone health..
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this CE material, the participant should be able to:
• Identify signs and symptoms of vertebral compression fracture (VCF), whether acute, healed, or “silent” (asymptomatic).
• Differentiate vertebral compression fractures from other causes of back pain.
• Recognize and rule out non-osteoporosis causes of bone loss and fractures.
• Assess risk for vertebral compression fractures in individual patients.
• Counsel patients about the long-term consequences of VCF and how to avoid them.
Name of Individual | Individual's Role(s) in Activity | Name of Ineligible Company(s) | Nature of Relationship(s) |
A. Orlando Ortiz, MD, MBA, FACR | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Ami Patel | BHOF Staff | N/A | N/A |
Amy Mitchell | Planner | Amgen, Radius Health | Consultant, Speaker’s Bureau |
Andrea Sikon, MD, FACP, CCD, NCMP | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Angelo Licata, MD, PhD | Faculty | Merck & Pfizer | Stock/Shareholder |
Craig B. Langman, MD | Faculty | Lilly, Dicerna | Advisor / Review Panel Member, Consultant |
Eileen M. Shore, PhD | Faculty | Biocryst, Ipsen | Consultant, Consultant & Honorarium |
Jeri W. Nieves, PhD | Faculty | Radius | Grant / Research Support |
Jill S. Borchert, PharmD, BCACP, BCPS, FCCP | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Mary Beth O’Connell, PharmD, BCPS | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Robert W. Westergan, MD | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Teah Martin Bayless, DO | Faculty | N/A | N/A |
Thomas F. Koinis, MD, MSE, FAAFP | Faculty | Amgen, PECA Lab (Pitts, PA) | Honorarium (2022), Stock/Shareholder |
All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated. The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation gratefully acknowledges commercial support from Medtronic for this activity. | |||
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
CME Program Eligibility
Method of Participation in the Learning Process: Clinician learners will view and analyze the subject matter, conduct additional informal research through related internet searches on the subject matter, and complete a post-test assessment of knowledge and skills gained as a result of the activity.
After participating in this activity, the reader has the option of taking an evaluation for this activity. It is estimated it will take 1.0 hour(s) to complete the reading and take the evaluation. Continuing education credit will be available for two years from the date of publication.
Disclosure of Commercial Support
It is the policy of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its sponsored publications and programs. BHOF requires the disclosure of the existence of any significant financial interest or any other relationship the sponsor, Editorial Board or Guest Contributors have with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) discussed in an educational presentation. All authors and contributors to this continuing education activity have disclosed any real or apparent interest that may have direct bearing on the subject matter of this program.
Please be advised that BHOF’s accreditation status with ACCME and ANCC does not imply endorsement by BHOF, ACCME or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity or endorsement of any point of view.
Refund Policy
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