15/08/2025
With 🦴Healthy Bones Action Week🦴 approaching from August 25th to 31st, 2025 , it's the perfect time to focus on your bone health!
Strong bones are crucial for an active life🏃♂️. Osteopenia is low bone density, while osteoporosis is severe bone weakening, leading to fragile bones and dangerous fractures, especially in the hip and spine. Those at higher risk include women, older adults, those with a family history, certain medical conditions, and lifestyle factors like low calcium/vitamin D, smoking, or excessive alcohol.
At Gracemere Medical Centre ⛵, we encourage proactive steps to protect your bones. For those who need it, effective treatments are available. Medications and injections can help strengthen bones and reduce fracture risk. One such treatment, Prolia, is a convenient injection administered only every six months, offering a simple yet impactful way to manage your bone health. To learn more about healthy bones and how to protect them, speak to your doctor or visit:
healthybonesaustralia.org.au/resource-hub/fact-sheets🔗.
Here are some key tips for healthy bones:
Prevention:
-->Engage in regular load-bearing exercises (walking, jogging, dancing) 🏃♀️.
-->Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D intake through diet or supplements 🥛☀️.
Screening:
-->Discuss bone density screening with your doctor 🩺.
-->A DEXA scan is a quick, painless way to measure bone density. Your doctor will advise if you are eligible for a Medicare rebate for a DEXA scan.
Treatments (if needed):
-->Medications can help with bone strength
-->Prolia is a common 6-monthly injection for bone health management 💉.
Want an appointment? Contact us today!
📞Ph: (07) 4933 1590
📌Address: 17 Lawrie St, Gracemere QLD 4702
🛜 Website: https://www.gracemeremedical.com.au
