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Osteoporosis Prevention

WEBOsteoporosis is a chronic disease affecting over 1.2 million Australians and leading to over 173,000 broken bones each year.

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About Osteoporosis

WEBOsteoporosis is diagnosed with a bone density scan (commonly known as a bone density test or dexa scan ). It is a simple scan that measures the density of your bones, usually …

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Exercises for osteoporosis

WEBSupporting bone health includes regular exercise, and when osteoporosis is diagnosed, supervised exercise is also encouraged in combination with prescribed …

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What is osteopenia

WEBA result between -1 and -2.5 is considered to be osteopenia or ‘low bone density’ range. This range varies as it sits between a normal result and osteoporosis …

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Your Bone Health

WEBAbout Bones. Bone facts Bone health is an important part of general health. Bones are flexible yet strong for movement and protect vital organs. Bones grow in childhood, have …

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Osteoporosis & You

WEBTreatment. Diagnosed osteoporosis requires prescribed treatment to protect bone health. Your medication will be prescribed by a GP or specialist. In Australia there are a range …

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Healthy Bones Australia

WEBHealthy Bones Australia (HBA), formerly Osteoporosis Australia, is a national non-for-profit organisation and the leading consumer body to reduce broken bones and improve bone …

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Bone Health Explained

WEBVitamin D and Bone Health Vitamin D is needed to absorb calcium from the intestine to support healthy bones. Vitamin D also plays a role in supporting growth and …

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Osteoporosis Risk Factors

WEBLow hormone levels – early menopause in women or low testosterone in men. Coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease and other malabsorption disorders. Diabetes. …

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Guidelines & Statements

WEBThis Position Statement was first issued following a National Forum in 2019 with leading Australian bone health experts to provide concise and current guidance on common …

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Calcium & Bone Health Calcium Rich Foods

WEBHalf of all Australian adults do not achieve their daily recommended calcium intake. Adding calcium to your diet is easy by focusing on food groups with higher calcium levels. …

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New Exercise Statement Released

WEBHealthy Bones Australia (HBA) has released a new exercise statement for physiotherapists and exercise physiologists. The statement was developed by an expert …

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Exercise & Bone Health Exercise For Bones

WEBBones benefit when a certain amount of impact or strain is placed on them, making specific types of exercise most beneficial. The ability of an exercise to have an impact on bone …

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Vitamin D & Bone Health Vitamin D Deficiency

WEBHealthy Bones Australia recommends a vitamin D level of at least 50 nmol/L at the end of winter and during summer higher levels are common in the range of 60-70 nmol/L. Your …

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A new burden of disease analysis

WEB3 Osteoporosis osting ll ustralians A new burden of disease analysis – 2 0 12 to 2022 $4,500 $4,000 $3,500 $3,000 $2,500 $2,000 $1,500 $1,000 $500 $-Total Direct Cost

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1st Edition 1120 Calcium and Bone Health

WEB1st Edition 11/20 can also impact calcium absorption and should be discussed with your doctor, for example: low vitamin D levels, excessive caffeine and alcohol intake and …

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