Dr. Toumbis is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic and lumbar surgery.

​Board-certified spine surgeon Constantine Toumbis, MD, practices at Citrus Spine Institute in Crystal River, Florida. As part of his work, Dr. Constantine Toumbis educates his patients on the best ways to prevent osteoporosis and maintain healthy bones.

Osteoporosis is a disease in which an individual’s bones become thin and weak, which increases that person’s risk of fractures and injuries. Although many people are not aware of having the condition, there are some symptoms to watch for. These include fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine; slouching posture; loss of height; and back pain. 

While certain factors that lead to osteoporosis, such as menopause, decreased hormones, low body weight, and age, are unavoidable, there are many things that people can do to help prevent the condition. One important way to lower one’s risk of getting osteoporosis is to exercise. Bones are much like muscles in that they strengthen when subjected to weight-bearing activities such as yoga, walking, climbing stairs, and dancing.

Another way to fight osteoporosis is through diet. For example, increasing one’s intake of calcium and vitamin D from broccoli, kale, tofu, low-fat dairy products, fatty fish, and orange juice will help reinforce bone structure. It is also helpful to stop smoking and limit one’s consumption of alcohol and diet soda.