Getting Diagnosed

Osteoporosis is serious but treatable.1 If you don’t get diagnosed and treated, you could lose your mobility.1,2

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Make an appointment with your doctor, either in-person or by telehealth.

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If your doctor thinks you're at risk, ask them to organise a DEXA scan to measure bone density.

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A standard X-ray may suffice if you’ve suffered a recent break.

BOOK AN IN-PERSON OR TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR DOCTOR TODAY

Book an appointment below using your preferred booking engine to start maintaining your bones. Alternatively, contact your GP directly and tell them you want to talk about osteoporosis.

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Arrange an X-ray

If you suspect you’ve had a minimal trauma fracture, your doctor may advise that you get a typical X-ray.

 

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References:

  1. Osteoporosis Australia. What you need to know about osteoporosis. Consumer guide. 2017. www.osteoporosis.org.au. [Accessed 1 October 2020]
  2. Cooper C. Am J Med 1997;103:12S-17S.

For further information talk to your doctor.
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