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Gladia R1, T. Ashrin2*, Jibi Paul3

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1,3Faculty of Physiotherapy, Dr. MGR. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

2*BPT Graduate, Faculty of Physiotherapy, Dr. MGR. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Corresponding Author:

*BPT Graduate,Faculty of Physiotherapy, Dr. MGR. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Email id: ashrinthurab@gmail.com

Abstract

Background of the study: Osteoporosis is a worldwide disease characterized by reduction of bone mass and alteration of bone architecture resulting in increased bone fragility and increased fracture risk. It mainly affects premenopausal and postmenopausal women. In Indian women prevalence of osteoporosis mainly because of low calcium intake, vitamin D deficiency, sex in equality, early menopause, genetic predisposition, lack of diagnostic facilities and poor knowledge on bone health. The aim of the study is to find out the impact of socioeconomic status on bone mineral density in south Indian women.

Methodology: It is an observational study and non-experimental type. 100 subjects taken for this study. The age group between 35-60 years and women only selected for this study. The study duration is 2 months. The material used are paper and pen. Modified BG prasad socioeconomic classification. Self-administrated socioeconomic status questionnaire. The participants were given self-administered socioeconomic questionnaire and classified according to their socioeconomic status based on Modified BG Prasad socioeconomic classification to find the (SES) of an individual. The mineral density was corelated using Quantitative calcaneal ultrasound and recorded. The recorded data were analysed and interpreted.

Result: Quantitative calcaneal ultrasound T score bone mineral density has shown significantly lower mean value -2.66 (osteoporotic) and as a whole,5% osteoporosis in subjects with lower economic status.

Conclusion: The study concluded that low SES is risk for Osteoporosis. So, the awareness among people is essential for good healthy lifestyles and prevent the dangers of osteoporosis.

Key Words:  Osteoporosis; Socioeconomic status; Bone Mineral Density; BG Prasad SES

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