Idiopathic Juvenile Osteoporosis

  • Rare
  • Self limited in previously healthy patient
  • Typical is 8-14 years of age
  • Resolution 2-4 years
  • Presents with bone & joint pain
  • Arrest of growth
  • Osteopenia, vertebral body collapse & metaphyseal fractures
  • Manage kyphosis with extension bracing 23 hours a day X 1year to start