イメージHealth checkup facilities offering Bone Density Test in Tokushima
A test that measures bone strength (density) and evaluates the risk of osteoporosis
What Bone Density Test can reveal & when to get it
This test measures the amount of calcium and other minerals in the bones (bone mass) to assess the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. It typically uses methods such as DXA to measure the lumbar spine and femur.
Main conditions it can detect and evaluate
- Osteoporosis
- Low bone mass (osteopenia)
- Fracture risk assessment
When to consider this test
Particularly recommended for postmenopausal women, older adults, and those with a history of fractures, smoking, or low body weight. Some local governments offer osteoporosis screening at designated milestone ages.
Screening interval: Opportunistic screening. For postmenopausal women and older adults, once every 1–2 years is a general guideline (consult your doctor).
Benefits
- ○Enables early detection of bone loss before symptoms appear
- ○Quick to perform with low radiation exposure
- ○Results can readily inform lifestyle changes and treatment decisions
Points to note when getting tested
- !Values may vary depending on the measurement site and equipment used
- !Degenerative changes in the bones may affect measurement accuracy
- !Results should be evaluated together with lifestyle habits and any ongoing treatment
Facilities offering Bone Density Test in Tokushima
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イメージ徳島県 徳島市南矢三町1丁目7番58号
徳島市バス「城北高校前」バス停より徒歩5分
イメージ徳島県 徳島市中島田町3丁目60番地1
蔵本駅より徒歩20分(約1.4km)、徳島バス「虹の橋病院前」下車すぐ
イメージ徳島県 徳島市蔵本町1丁目10番地3
JR蔵本駅より徒歩3分、または徳島バス・市営バス「中央病院前」下車徒歩1分
イメージ徳島県鳴門病院 の健康管理センター
徳島県鳴門病院 健康管理センター
徳島県 鳴門市撫養町黒崎字小谷32
JR鳴門駅より徳島バスまたは地域バスで約10分(タクシー約5分)