Osteopenia and Osteoporosis on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
Osteopenia and Osteoporosis on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
Osteopenia and Osteoporosis
What are osteopenia and osteoporosis?
You might have heard someone mentioning Osteopenia and Osteoporosis, saying that their bones aren’t as strong as they once were or that they have brittle bones. Osteopenia and Osteoporosis is a bone-related conditions that is due to the weakening of the structures of the bone, which in turn causes a loss of structural strength. We determine the strength of bones through their bone mineral density which is very common to have monitored as we age to help us become aware of how our bones are progressing. Osteopenia and osteoporosis are essentially the same condition but are used separately to determine the severity (Osteopenia being the warning sign for osteoporosis) of decreased bone mineral density.
Why does it happen?
There are a number of reasons that osteopenia and osteoporosis can develop and it is more common in females than males. Genetics, race, gender, age, activity levels, and diet, all play a factor in how our body builds up its bone mineral density. When we are young our body is constantly building its bone mineral density and its peak performance is roughly around the time we start to go through puberty. Following puberty, we continue to build bone mineral density but just a gradually slower rate. Diet and activity play a role as well, as your diet is important in making sure your body is getting the proper nutrients needed to help build your bone strength. While activity is important as the load we put through our body and bones helps tell the body that more bone strength is required to keep up with our activities. Unfortunately for females, going through menopause is a big factor in how the bones maintain their strength as the hormonal changes that happen can lead to an earlier onset of osteopenia.
What can I do to help?
Since we cannot control our age and genetics, it is important to focus on the modifiable factors to help prevent the progression of decreased bone mineral density. Maintaining a healthy diet can make sure your body has the proper nutrients to fuel your daily activities and help it grow. Seeking the advice of a dietician can be useful if you’re unsure of where to start. Maintaining an active lifestyle and performing activities that involve weight bearing (walking), body weight, or increased loads to help the bones maintain their strength. Seeking the advice of a physiotherapist can help get you started on exercises that are suited for your activity level.
What to Expect From Osteopenia and Osteoporosis at Ace Health Centre
Patients who book Osteopenia and Osteoporosis with our team get a clinic-grade assessment, a clear plain-language plan, and a structured progression rather than a one-off appointment. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where relevant, so you are not bouncing between clinics. Authoritative information on this topic is also available from Healthdirect Australia if you would like to read further before booking. As a result, you walk in informed and walk out with a plan you understand.
For more on what we do, see our main service page.
Frequently Asked Questions About Osteopenia and Osteoporosis
Do I need a referral to book? No referral is needed for our private services. Patients with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan can access bulk-billed sessions where eligible.
Is it covered by private health funds? Most private health extras with the relevant cover offer a rebate. We HICAPS-process on the spot so you walk out knowing your gap.
How soon can I be seen? We keep same-week and same-day slots open for urgent presentations. Online booking shows live availability across all clinicians.
Book Your Osteopenia and Osteoporosis Appointment
Ready to get started? Call (07) 5572 6222 or book online. In addition, new patients can use our no-gap initial consult — straightforward, no surprises.
