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Osteoporosis Care in Blue Ash & Cincinnati

Medically reviewed by Tara J. Adhikari, MD, FACR, board-certified rheumatologist · Last reviewed October 2026

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become thin and weak, so they break more easily. It often causes no symptoms until a fracture happens, most often in the hip, spine or wrist. Treatment can lower the risk of fractures, and rheumatologists often care for osteoporosis, especially in people with arthritis or autoimmune disease.

Who is at higher risk

  • Women after menopause, and men and women over 65

  • People who take steroid medicines such as prednisone for months at a time

  • People with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus or other inflammatory diseases

  • A family history of hip fracture, low body weight, smoking or heavy alcohol use

  • A broken bone after a minor fall

How we diagnose osteoporosis

A bone density (DEXA) scan measures bone strength and shows how much bone has been lost. We order this scan at an imaging center near you and review the results with you. We also check blood work in our office, such as calcium, vitamin D and kidney function, to look for other causes of bone loss.

How we treat osteoporosis

  • Calcium, vitamin D, exercise and steps to prevent falls

  • Medications that slow bone loss, given as pills, yearly infusions or injections every six months

  • Bone-building medications for people at very high risk of fracture

  • Bone protection for patients who need long-term steroids

  • Repeat bone density scans to check how treatment is working

Common questions

Can men get osteoporosis?

Yes. About one in four men over 50 will break a bone because of osteoporosis.

Do I have to take medicine forever?

Not always. Some medicines can be paused after several years, depending on your fracture risk. We review this with you over time.

Schedule an appointment

Call (513) 991-9990. Cincy Arthritis, 9403 Kenwood Rd, Suite C-100, Blue Ash, OH 45242. Mon–Thu 7:30am–4pm, Fri 7:30am–2pm.

This page is general information, not medical advice. Please talk with your doctor about your symptoms.

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