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Osteoporosis and osteopenia
The word „Osteoporosis“ means loss of bone mass. By itself this is a natural process. From the age of 30 everyone experiences a loss of bone mass. In women this occurs more strongly and earlier than in men due to the loss of estrogen during menopause.
Due to these changes the risk of bone fracture increases. Therefore one should take care of their bones. For women it is advisable to have their bone health checked from the age of 65, for men from the age of 70. In the case of illnesses (e.g., gastrointestinal, cardiopulmonary) or when taking medications such as Marcumar or cortisone for more than 3 months, a check is already indicated at younger ages.
One goal is the early detection of osteoporosis and an increased risk of bone fracture so that therapy can be initiated in time, which often does not have to be drug-based. At JUVENIS we are happy to advise you and to initiate, carry out and accompany any therapeutic measures.
Symptoms of osteoporosis
Osteoporosis usually develops slowly and does not immediately cause any symptoms. Only later do persistent pains in the back or legs occur. Another sign is frequent bone fractures, which sometimes happen without an obvious cause or after atraumatic falls. A typical symptom of osteoporosis is fractures near the hip (e.g., a femoral fracture), fractures of the upper and lower arm, or vertebral compression fractures.
Other symptoms are decreasing height or an increasing stooped back ("dowager's hump").
Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020, by e-mail at empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact form, to arrange a consultation or treatment appointment.
This disease is not only a physical burden; it usually also greatly restricts patients' quality of life. For fear of further bone fractures, patients very often become unsteady when walking or increasingly avoid physical activity. This leads to a vicious circle, as muscle strength dwindles further and the risk of falling increases.
Treatments & Therapies
Osteoporosis and osteopenia treatment and counseling
Osteoporosis therapy consists of many components. Early diagnosis and treatment are very important so that bone loss can be slowed as quickly as possible. If therapeutic intervention is necessary, the appropriate treatment is individually tailored to the patient.
Treatment procedure
Laboratory findings
Please bring the following laboratory results, which you can have obtained in advance at JUVENIS** or at a laboratory of your choice, to the examination:
If you are already taking or receiving an osteoporosis-specific therapy, also have the following values determined:
*For these parameters, however, blood must be drawn while fasting – preferably in the morning.)
X-ray and bone density measurement
Furthermore, please bring an X-ray of the thoracic and lumbar spine or a bone density measurement with you. I would be happy to provide you with the necessary referral for this.
In my practice, you will be informed and advised in detail during a personal consultation. The treatment plan is individually adapted according to your diagnosis, taking into account both the severity of the disease and the causes and risk factors.
Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020, by e-mail at empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact form, to arrange a consultation or treatment appointment.
Costs
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Practice Osteoporosis Treatment | 190 € |
** plus any laboratory costs that may be incurred (depending on insurance status)
FAQs
Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bone density decreases and the bones become more brittle. This increases the risk of bone fractures, especially in older age.
Osteopenia is a precursor to osteoporosis. In this condition, bone density is already reduced, but not yet as severely as in advanced osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis often causes no symptoms for a long time. Possible signs include:
Back pain
Loss of height
Stooped posture
Bone fractures even with minor stress
Risk factors include, among others:
Advanced age
Postmenopausal women
Family history
Physical inactivity
Calcium or vitamin D deficiency
Smoking or certain medications
The diagnostic workup may include:
detailed medical history
Physical examination
Blood tests
Bone density measurement (DXA)
First, a detailed assessment of your symptoms and risk factors is carried out. The necessary examinations are then performed and evaluated individually.
Yes. The goal of treatment is to to slow down bone loss, strengthen the bones and reduce the risk of fractures.
Je nach Befund können eingesetzt werden:
Vitamin D and calcium therapy
special medications to strengthen the bones
Physical activity and muscle strengthening
Nutritional counseling
Important measures are:
regular physical activity and strength training
adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D
avoiding smoking
balanced diet
That depends on the individual risk. In cases of existing osteopenia or osteoporosis, Regular check-ups useful.
The costs depend on the extent of diagnostics and treatment. An osteoporosis treatment at a practice costs from € 190.
The Exact prices will be provided in a personal consultation..
Since these are medical examinations and therapies, a (partial) coverage of costs by the health insurance is often possible.
At JUVENIS you benefit from modern diagnostics, individual care, and experienced specialists. The goal is early detection and targeted treatment to Maintain your bone health in the long term.
We have answered the most frequently asked questions on the topic of Osteoporosis and osteopenia answered. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us via empfang@juvenismed.at or at +43 1 236 3020.
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Responsible for the content of this page: Prim. Prof. Dr. med. Anton Staudenherz