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New Test for Osteoporosis Fracture Risk
An ultrasound exam of the heel combined with an assessment of specific risk factors for bone loss and falling can help predict fracture risk due to osteoporosis, a new study suggests.
An ultrasound exam of the heel combined with an assessment of specific risk factors for bone loss and falling can help predict fracture risk due to osteoporosis, a new study suggests.
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Understanding Osteoporosis - Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms of Osteoporosis?
A person is often not aware that they have osteoporosis until a fracture occurs. But there are symptoms:
- Backache.
- A gradual loss of height and an accompanying stooped posture.
- Fractures of the spine, wrist, or hip.
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