The bone density measurement is a study, which allowes to detect the early stages of osteoporosis in order to start treatment in time and avoide bone fractures. Bone density is measured from the fingertips using ultrasonic methods. Such methods are very accurate and giva a clear perception of bone mineralisation. Osteoporosis commonly starts from the vertebral column and since fingers have the most similar bone structure to the vertebral column, the data collected throug them is very informative and accurate.
Bone density measurement is advisable for people in the risk group: females over 50 years, lifestylke risks (smoking, alcohol, coffe and consuption of coffee and gassy beverages), people with none-active lifestyle, low consumption of milk-based products (lactose intolerance).
If you are or have been subjected to the following illnesses: rheumaticarthritis, liver- and kidneydiseases, lungdiseases, inflammatory intestinal dioseases.
If you have used or are using the following medications: glycokortikosteroids |
