Are Your Bones Strong Enough?
Australian Bone Density Testing Centre conducts bone density testing for early assessment of risk of fracture due to osteoporosis.
By having a quick, accessible, painless, inexpensive bone density test you can assess your risk before you break a bone.
Each consultation includes an educational booklet with information on calcium, exercise and other requirements for healthy bones and prevention of osteoporosis.
Conducted Australia wide, testing is recommended for women 40 plus and men over 50, or anyone over the age of 20 who is concerned about the health of their bones.
Australian Bone Density Testing Centre is committed to fighting osteoporosis and promoting bone health.
Call us on 03 9822 0044 or 1800 640 544.
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What is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis means that your bones become thin, fragile and therefore break easily. Bone loss can begin slowly from age 35, however osteoporosis can be prevented and treated and need not be a consequence of ageing.
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You Need To Have a Bone Density Test Because ...
The key to preventing osteoporosis is to find out how strong or weak your bones are before they break. Because you can t see or feel your bones getting thin and fragile the only way to check your bones is by having a bone density test.
The earlier you do something about assessing your risk for osteoporosis the more bone you will have to preserve.
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How is the Bone Density Test conducted?
The Bone Density Test is conducted by ultrasound technique at the heel of one foot. The test takes 15 minutes and the results along with a 40 page information booklet is given to you. The cost per consultation is $45.
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How great is your risk of Osteoporosis?
There is a fracture due to Osteoporosis every 8.1 minutes in Australia.
Osteoporosis is not a normal part of ageing, it is preventable and treatable. We will help you understand your bones and show you ways to prevent osteoporosis.
Take our short questionnaire to see if you are at risk.
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Women, Menopause and Osteoporosis
Women can lose bone density rapidly after the onset of menopause. By having a Bone Density Test pre menopause you can establish a "bench mark" so that you can act quickly if you find your bone density decreasing after you begin menopause.
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Men and Osteoporosis
Men are also at risk of Osteoporosis. By the age of 65, both men and women tend to lose bone at the same rate.
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Calcium is needed for strong bones
A low calcium intake is thought to play a significant role in the development of Osteoporosis.
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