bone density measurement

During a complete health check, doctors recommend practice clinic for Diagnostics and Preventive Medicine in Bornheim near Cologne, Bonn and Düsseldorf also measure bone density in order to detect osteoporosis at an early stage.

The osteodensitometry (bone density measurement) is one of the most accurate methods for determining the mineral salt content of bones.

This osteoporosis diagnosis makes it possible to assess the risk of fractures. The WHO (World Health Organization) specifies a statistical limit of 75% bone mass for osteoporosis patients compared to young adults. If the measured value is below this limit, there is an increased risk of fractures due to osteoporosis.

The health check specialists at the Bornheim practice clinic carry out bone density measurements in accordance with the guidelines of the World Health Organization using the most modern measuring methods (DEXA).

The method is considered reliable and low-radiation and thus enables annual control measurements.