Hello Vicki,

Welcome to our community and thanks for writing. You share an interesting thought about "pain and stiffness" and "life's growing pain." Are the normal aches and pains of aging a sign of or a reason to be worried about osteoporosis? Here's some info for you:

Osteoporosis and Aging

Growing older brings many physiologcal changes. Muscles, bones, and joints change over time, as does the reproductive system. Osteoporosis is a part of this process for many people.

http://www.healthcentral.com/osteoporosis/aging.html

Understanding Osteoporosis

Turn here for an overview of osteoporosis, including videos, articles, and illustrations that explain the causes and nature of the disease.

http://www.healthcentral.com/osteoporosis/introduction.html

Osteoporosis: Check a Symptom

Get an overview of the different symptoms of osteoporosis, and find out when a trip to the doctor is in order.

http://www.healthcentral.com/osteoporosis/treatment-000018_3-145.html

I hope this is helpful. We look forward to hearing more from you. Keep us posted on how you're doing.

Best regards,

Maria