Bone Density Test, Osteoporosis Screening & T-score Interpretation

Which Bones Are Most Affected by Osteoporosis? 🦴 And when should you get a DEXA scan? Osteoporosis is often called the “silent disease” because it weakens bones without symptoms — until a fracture happens. 🔹 The bones most at risk are: – Spine – Hip – Wrist 👉 These are where most osteoporotic fractures occur. 📊 In India: – 1 in 3 women over 50 – 1 in 5 men over 50 are affected by osteoporosis. 💡 When to get a DEXA scan (bone density test)? – Adults 50 years – If you’ve had a fracture from a