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Osteoporosis – understanding and detecting it early to prevent fractures

Our bones carry us throughout our lives – yet they can lose stability over time.

Question: “Are my bones still strong—or is there already a risk of fracture?”

Our goal is to detect this at an early stage and prevent bone fractures whenever possible.


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What is osteoporosis and why is it so dangerous?

Osteoporosis - often referred to colloquially as "brittle bone disease" or "bone loss" - is a condition in which bones lose density and strength.

The result is that bones become more prone to fractures—often occurring even under minimal stress. Many affected individuals describe the condition as having "porous bones."

Bone fractures are often the first sign. Osteoporosis frequently causes no symptoms for a long time; many people only learn of the condition after an initial fracture that occurs without significant trauma:

  • Vertebral fractures
  • Proximal humerus fractures (upper arm fractures)
  • Forearm fractures
  • Femoral neck fractures

Fractures of the spine or hip, in particular, can lead to permanent impairment.

Who is frequently affected by osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is more common than many people think. You should consider osteoporosis in the following cases:

  • after a bone fracture
  • women aged approximately 60 and older, men aged 70 and older
  • loss of height or back pain
  • presence of risk factors (e.g., cortisone use, diabetes)
  • family history of the condition

Why is the early detection of osteoporosis so important?

Osteoporosis often develops unnoticed over many years. If detected early, there are often excellent opportunities to

  • reduce the risk of fractures
  • maintain bone stability
  • avoid long-term limitations

How can you actively support your own bone health?

LHave your bone health specifically assessed. In many cases, a single appointment is sufficient to obtain a clear evaluation. Speak to your primary care physician or book an appointment directly with us for a fracture risk assessment / bone density measurement (DEXA).

In addition to a medical assessment, you can also play an important role yourself:

  • Nutrition
    • calcium-rich foods
    • balanced diet
  • Physical activity
    • regular activity
    • strength and balance training

The goal is always to support your bone stability in the long term.

Booking an appointment for bone density measurement