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In the U.S., nearly 8 million women have osteoporosis, a disease that can lead to fractures. Because osteoporosis can be a silent disease, it's important for women at risk to ask their doctor about getting tested to see if they have the disease or are at risk of getting it. The most common test used to diagnose osteoporosis is called a DEXA (Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry) test, which is easy, quick, and painless.
This web site is dedicated to teaching you the basics about osteoporosis: what it is, how it can be detected and treated, and how it can be prevented. It also explains what the DEXA test is about: how it works, what it tells us, and where you can get tested at a facility near you.
So take a few minutes to explore our web site, and learn how you can effectively help prevent fractures from osteoporosis!
