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Upcoming ECHO Sessions
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ECHO #4: Effectiveness of Osteoporosis Therapies in Spine
WebinarThis final 2025 NSHF Spine & Bone Health ECHO session will provide a review of the effectiveness of the various types of osteoporosis therapies in spine, with a specific focus on anabolic therapies that can be used to more rapidly build bone density.
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On Demand CME Recordings
Getting Started
- Register Create your free Thinkific account in minutes
- Enroll Select from our library of complimentary bone health courses
- Complete Watch expert videos and pass a short quiz
- Achieve Earn your certificate!
What You'll Learn
Optimize Surgical Outcomes
Minimize complications and improve patient outcomes through comprehensive preoperative care:
- Integrate spine health optimization as part of surgical planning
- Ensure patients with osteoporosis receive appropriate treatment before surgery
- Recognize and treat vertebral compression fractures
- Assess patient risk factors related to osteoporosis
- Utilize diagnostic tools such as DXA scans to reduce fracture risk
Master Treatment Options
Understand how to prescribe osteoporosis therapies effectively:
- Label and indications for appropriate use
- Mechanisms of action to determine effectiveness
- Side effects to guide optimal treatment choices
Optimize Patient Care
Develop integrated care plans addressing:
Focus on both:
- Pharmacologic treatment - Evidence-based medication management
- Nutrition - Dietary strategies for bone health
- Lifestyle interventions - Exercise and behavioral modifications
Focus on both:
- Preoperative management - Optimize patient readiness for surgery
- Postoperative management - Enhance recovery and long-term outcomes
Empower Your Patients with Trusted Osteoporosis Education at BoneHub.org
We’ve created expert-guided educational resources for patients about bone health and osteoporosis. These FREE resources offer easy-to-understand, reliable information — helping your patients take control of their bone health with confidence.
FAQ
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How much do these courses cost?
Our courses are completely free.
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How do I receive my CME credits?
Upon completing each CME video, you'll take a brief post-test to demonstrate your learning. Once passed, you'll immediately receive your CME certificate. Each video provides individual CME credits.
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Where can I find more resources on bone and spine health?
The National Spine Health Foundation has created a Spine & Bone Hub at https://bonehub.org for both patients and healthcare professionals to learn more about the connection between spine and bone health.
This activity is supported by an educational donation provided by Amgen.