Osteodensitometry

Osteodensitometry is an important investigation from the perspective of an as early as possible diagnosis of osteoporosis, because there are ways to stop bone loss and decrease bone fracture risk due to bone embrittlement. An osteoporotic bone (thin) fracture is much easier, and recovery after fractures is delayed, with the cost of great pain and prolonged immobilization that can lead to other complications (muscle atrophy, thromboembolic complications, bedsores pressure sores, etc.). Therefore, we can prevent much suffering through a simple and accessible investigation - the indicator that treatment to strengthen bone has started.

The device used for the osteodensitometry test is General Electric - Prodigy Primo. The osteodensitometer is designed to estimate bone mineral density and body composition (muscle and adipose tissue mass) of patients and the examination is performed at the specialized physician's recommendation.