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Bone health is so important
Osteoporosis is a "silent disease" that causes bones to weaken and become more susceptible to fracture, even from minimal impact and occur gradually over many years without your knowledge. So, the only way to know how strong your bones are is to have a scan known as a bone densitometry scan as until about the age of 30, we produce bone faster than we lose it but around the age of 40 it tends to plateau. After this time, the reverse is true and bone mass declines and for women this bone loss is particularly accelerated during the menopause.
Here at Clinica Britannia we offer a noninva
Bone density tests can be done quickly and affordably sive Achilles bone density test that offers a quick and affordable way for an initial osteoporosis assessment and the risk of bone fractures. The exam is quick and comfortable and is performed with the patient seated with one foot placed on the Footplate. The machine uses high frequency sound waves to evaluate the os calcis (bone status in the heel ) , The patient will receive the results immediately from the specialist performing the test.
Remember it is never too early to start looking after your bones so book your Achilles Bone density test as soon as possible.
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