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osteoporosis
Move over DEXA. A new groundbreaking technology called REMS, an acronym for Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry, could revolutionize how we assess bone health. It has received a lot of well-deserved attention in the world of researchers, practitioners and clients looking for a better way to identify who’s really at risk for fracture. To date, Harbor Health Group has the only REMS scanner in New England.
Did you know that there are both PRIMARY and SECONDARY CAUSES of Osteoporosis? Most people are familiar with the causes of primary osteoporosis which are the result of the normal aging process. Wonder what the secondary causes are? (hint: things you have control over) Read on…
High ‘Peak Bone Mass’ is probably one of the single most important determinants of bone health. Peak bone mass is the maximum amount of bone a person can acquire during their formative bone-building years. Think of it as your “bone bank” savings account. Let's explore Peak Bone Mass…
In part 1 of this series, we learn what to expect reliably from a DEXA scan. In this post, we’ll learn about the limitations of the DEXA scan and why they should NOT be the sole determinant of fracture risk.
There’s so much confusion about what a DEXA scan is actually showing that I decided the topic of diagnostic testing for bone health deserves some space on the page…especially when there are so many other tests that can provide valuable information. In this first, of a two part series, I’ll cover what a DEXA scan is and how to interpret the information it provides.
There are many key nutritional factors that are necessary for healthy bone metabolism. I’ll be covering many of these in depth (stay tuned). For now, I’ll share some of the latest facts and tips on the mineral, calcium, as it relates to bone health.
