Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become less dense and lose strength. This condition affects an estimated 25 million Americans and results in an increased risk of fractures. Medical treatment is available to lower this risk

Risk factors include:

  • Being female and postmenopausal
  • Caucasian or Asian ancestry
  • Low intake of calcium-rich food, e.g. dairy products
  • Early menopause ( before age 45)
  • Thin or small frame and low body weight less than 128 lbs.
  • History of previous fractures
  • Low levels of testosterone in men
  • Use of certain medications (corticosteroids, thyroid medication and Dilantin)
  • Current smoking history
  • Excessive alcohol intake
  • Lack of exercise
  • Family history of osteoporosis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis

Fast, painless bone density test available at ORA

To aid in the accurate diagnosis of osteoporosis, ORA offers Bone Densitometry Studies at our Moline and Davenport offices. Information obtained from this test can help determine whether treatment is necessary.

Bone densitometry is painless, safe, requires no prior preparation, and takes only 20 minutes to perform. For more information, click on our Health links, or call (563)322-0971 or (309)762-3621 for an evaluation.

For a tutorial, click below.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorials/bonedensitomertry.html