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Osteoporosis results in more than 1 million hip, spine, and wrist fractures annually. This disorder affects nearly one-half of all postmenopausal women, the largest group at high risk for osteoporosis. Bone Densitometry safely, accurately and painlessly measures bone density and mineral content in order to determine the risk of developing osteoporosis. |
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Glendale MRI Institute proudly employs a new, state-of-the-art bone densitometer for axial measurement of bone density. This highly sensitive densitometer identifies bone loss at the major fracture sites, such as the femur and spine, in just minutes.
Along with the standard sites, we also offer:
Dual Femur measurement to assess the average density of both femurs for confident patient management. Total Body measures both bone density and body fat assessment. An excellent tool to assess weight loss therapies, endocrine/growth disorders, pediatric and patients with secondary osteoporosis.
Research conducted by the National Osteoporosis Foundation suggest that low bone density, particularly for postmenopausal women, may indicate the need for drug therapy to reduce the risk of hip and spine fractures. The earlier the bone loss is detected, the sooner drug therapy can be instituted and the bone loss halted.
Bone density measurements can also evaluate response to treatment so that you know whether the prescribed therapy is effective or if you need to modify the approach.
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Until now, evaluating bone density using conventional x-ray systems did not reveal a potential problem until a patient had lost 25-30 percent of her bone density. Now, in just 30 seconds, our highly sensitive densitometer helps us identify risk at a much earlier stage. |
Risk Factors
- Small, thin-framed body
- Family history of osteoporosis
- Post menopause
- Height loss
- Fractures after age 50
- Low calcium and vitamin D intake
- Use of tobacco and alcohol
- Lack of weight bearing exercise
- Early menopause
- Prolonged use of steroids
Who Should Be Tested
- All women over age 65
- All post menopausal women under 65 with any risk factors
- Women who have had earlier than normal menopause
- Women over 50 who are not on estrogen
- Older men with a family history of osteoporosis