Bone Health

Bone Health

Bone Health & Osteoporosis 

Bone health is an important, but sometimes overlooked aspect of our general well-being. This is due to the fact that most of us do not experience issues with our bones until later in life. That’s why it is important for us to increase bone density in our youth and work to minimize loss throughout our middle and later years. This can be done through strengthening exercises, increasing calcium and vitamin D intake, and more specific methods provided for your individual situation. A consult with a specialist can help identify the best plan for you. 
A bone health evaluation can help determine the best ways for you to maintain strong bones. It generally involves a fracture risk assessment by reviewing detailed personal and family history, physical examination, and laboratory and radiologic testing. These tests help our providers stratify your risk of fracture and develop a treatment plan that works best to meet your goals. 
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An evaluation can also help determine whether you have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a common disease that affects more than 10 million Americans. It is largely asymptomatic, therefore requires appropriate screening and testing to identify and treat adequately. This means you probably will not experience pain or other symptoms if you have osteoporosis. However, if you suffer a bone fracture from a relatively insignificant injury, this could be an indicator that you have the condition. There are more than 2 million osteoporosis-related fractures each year. 
Megan Perry, PA is one of our bone health experts and a member of the hand and upper extremity team at CSOG. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their goals and live healthier lives. She also strives to honor the wishes of her patients while minimizing the risk of a bone fracture. 

For more information on bone health, give us a call at 719-632-7669 and schedule a consultation with Megan Perry. She can help you find a baseline and how to keep your bones as healthy as possible. 
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