Osteoporosis itself does not usually cause any pain. Pain only occurs if a fracture happens, and even then, the pain can be very different from person to person. Some people don’t even know they’ve had a fracture, while others may have pain that lasts for a few weeks or months. Most fractures are treated with gentle movement and simple pain relief, and surgery is rarely needed.
If pain continues, there are things that can help—such as medication, advice on staying active, pain management strategies, and sometimes injections. It’s important to speak to your doctor to check you’ve had the right tests and are taking the right treatment for your osteoporosis.
The Royal Osteoporosis Society website has lots of helpful information.