BONE HEALTH & FRAGILITY FRACTURE PREVENTION

Bone Health and Fracture Care

Many fractures—particularly fractures of the hip, shoulder, wrist, and knee—are associated with underlying bone weakness rather than trauma alone. Identifying bone health concerns after a fracture is an important step in reducing the risk of future fractures.

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At TruOrtho, bone health is considered as part of fracture care when appropriate. Evaluating bone quality helps guide treatment decisions, recovery planning, and long-term fracture prevention strategies.

 

Bone Health and Joint Reconstruction

Bone quality plays an important role in joint reconstruction procedures, including hip and knee replacement. Strong, healthy bone supports implant fixation, healing, and long-term surgical success.

 

In certain patients, bone health evaluation may be incorporated into surgical planning to:

• Assess fracture risk

• Optimize implant stability

• Reduce potential complications

• Support long-term joint function

This approach allows TruOrtho surgeons to deliver more individualized, outcome-focused orthopaedic care.

 

Bone Health and Shoulder Conditions

Certain shoulder fractures and degenerative conditions may be influenced by bone density, particularly in older adults or individuals with a history of fractures. Bone health evaluation may be considered in patients with shoulder fractures or recurrent injuries to help guide treatment decisions and recovery planning.

 

Bone Health in Active Patients and Sports Medicine

Bone health is not limited to older adults. Active individuals and athletes may experience stress fractures or overuse injuries related to bone strength, recovery demands, and training intensity.

In select sports medicine cases, bone health evaluation may be recommended to better understand injury patterns, reduce recurrence, and support a safe return to activity.

 

Diagnosis of Bone Health Conditions

Diagnosis of bone health concerns may include a review of medical history, fracture history, physical examination, and imaging studies when appropriate. Bone health evaluation is performed within the scope of orthopaedic care and may involve coordination with a patient’s primary care provider or other specialists when indicated.

 

Management of Bone Health

Management of bone health focuses on reducing fracture risk and supporting successful orthopaedic treatment outcomes. Treatment recommendations vary based on individual risk factors and orthopaedic needs.

Management strategies may include:

• Activity and lifestyle modifications

• Injury prevention guidance

• Coordination with other healthcare providers

• Integration of bone health considerations into fracture care or surgical planning

Bone health management is individualized and guided by clinical findings.

 

Bone Health and Orthobiologics

In select cases, biologic therapies may be considered as part of a comprehensive orthopaedic treatment plan. Bone quality is one of several factors that may influence healing potential and treatment selection. Any consideration of biologic therapies is individualized and based on clinical appropriateness.

 

When to Seek Evaluation

A bone health evaluation may be appropriate if you:

• Have experienced a fracture from a low-impact fall

• Are preparing for joint replacement surgery

• Have a history of fractures

• Are concerned about bone strength or fracture risk

• Have experienced recurrent stress injuries

An orthopaedic evaluation can help determine whether bone health assessment is appropriate for your situation.