

The clavicle or collarbone is located between the ribcage (sternum) and the shoulder blade (scapula). The clavicle is a large doubly curved long bone that connects the arm to the body. It functions as a strut to support the shoulder and arm, allowing for a full range of motion of the arm.

A fracture is defined as a broken bone. A bone may be partially fractured or completely broken in any number of ways, e.g. crosswise and lengthwise. Fracture can also be present as a bone crack without dislocation, called a non-displaced fracture.

Heatstroke or sunstroke is an emergency condition caused by the body overheating.

Flatfoot is a foot deformity condition associated with collapse or absence of the foot arch that supports the weight of the body in the erect posture with the least weight.

Understanding Knee Replacement Surgery

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that can occur in bones throughout the body. Its main characteristic is a decrease in bone mass or quantity, coupled with poorer bone quality, resulting in bones in the body breaking easily, even from forces that would not normally break the bones of younger, healthier people.

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The main complication of osteoporosis is "bone fracture". The more fractures there are, the more likely it is to result in a hunched back. However, these conditions can be detected and prevented. Join us in exploring prevention methods and treatments for osteoporosis with Prof. Pol. Lt. Dr. Tawee Songpatanasilp, orthopedic surgeon at Bangkok International Hospital.



Osteoporosis is a bone disease that gradually develops when bone mineral density or bone mass decreases and the quality of bone is impaired. As a result, it can lead to a decrease in bone strength and increase the potential risk of fractures. Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle, therefore even minor trauma or mild stress can cause a fracture. Moreover, osteoporosis in the spine often leads to loss of height over time. Osteoporosis frequently refers to “the silent killer” since it usually exhibits no symptoms. The patients are unaware of their bone loss until they experience fractures.