IV Infusion Treatment of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis can be a ‘silent thief’ slowly decreasing bone strength. Fragility fractures are fractures that occur more easily than you’d expect. Osteoporosis IV Infusions can be given if a Bone Density Scan has diagnosed osteoporosis. This osteoporosis medication improves bone density, strengthen weakened bones and reduces future fractures.
IV infusions for Osteoporosis Treatment
Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder where bone strength begins to deteriorate. Generally, this is because of bone loss as we age. Thin and weak bones are more susceptible to fractures, and can occur due to everyday circumstances and seemingly minor accidents. Osteoporosis is most common in those over 50, and will affect 50% of females, and about 30% of men aged over 60. As there is a genetic link to Osteoporosis it’s a good idea to get checked if you have a history in your whānau.
Preventative care for osteoporosis includes maintaining a balanced diet rich in Vitamin C and D, not smoking, reducing alcohol, including frequent weight-bearing activities in our movement and exercise. Osteoporosis medication can be prescribed to rebuild and maintain bone health whilst reducing the chance of fragility fractures.
We offer Osteoporosis Intravenous Infusion Therapy Treatments at our Highbrook clinic, alongside other osteoporosis medications depending on your symptoms and diagnosis.
What to expect from IV Infusion for Osteoporosis treatment
- IV therapy can take place at our clinic. We’ll insert a drip into your arm for roughly 15 to 30 minutes.
- It’s normal to require ongoing Osteoporosis IV Treatment yearly.
- A blood test will be needed to check your calcium levels.
- We’ll work with you to create a sensible plan to build strength-building exercise and a vitamin-rich diet into your lifestyle.
Could Osteoporosis affect you?
Osteoporosis can creep up on you without obvious symptoms. However, consider a bone density check (DEXA Scan) for osteoporosis if:
- Your whānau has a family history of Osteoporosis.
- You’ve 50+ and had a fracture at some point.
- Got a ‘fragility fracture’ from a minor slip or from doing something routine
- You’ve become very slim
- A stooped posture
Our IV Infusion Clinic team knows what to look out for in diagnosing possible osteoporosis and where to refer you for diagnostic tests like the Bone Density Scan (DEXA) in Auckland. We can recommend treatment paths, osteoporosis medication choices and dietary and movement plans.
