L’ostéoporose ne présente aucun symptôme jusqu’à ce qu’une lésion survienne — et la plupart des personnes de plus de 65 ans ne demandent jamais le test que Medicare prend déjà en charge.

down or prevent significant bone loss after menopause.

2. Previous Fragility Fractures

A history of fragility fractures is one of the strongest predictors of future fractures and an indication for immediate bone density testing. Fragility fractures are breaks that occur from a fall at standing height or less, commonly involving the wrist, hip, or spine, and they often go unnoticed as signs of underlying osteoporosis.

People over 50 who have experienced such fractures should be highly vigilant. These fractures suggest that bones are already weakened, and without intervention, the risk