Wexford Bone Health

11/11/2021

17/08/2016

Are you at risk of low bone density? Do you have a family history of osteoporosis? A DXA test can be used to identify people with low bone density and at risk of fracture before they break a bone and to monitor treatment or bone loss. If it has been suggested that you might benefit from a DXA scan, then look no further!

17/08/2016

Are you at risk of low bone density? Do you have a family history of osteoporosis? A DXA test can be used to identify people with low bone density and at risk of fracture before they break a bone and to monitor treatment or bone loss. If it has been suggested that you might benefit from a DXA scan, then look no further!

23/06/2016

Just two minutes of hopping a day can strengthen hip bones in older men and reduce the risk of fracture after a fall, a Loughborough University-led study has found.

13/06/2016

Our bones need more than calcium and vitamin D. They require protein, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, fluoride and vitamin K. These foods contain high levels of various bone-boosting nutrients.

10/06/2016

Use of the most commonly prescribed osteoporosis drugs fell 50 percent from 2008 to 2012 after reports of rotting jaws and snapped thighbones.

03/05/2016

Rebekah Rotstein, creator of Buff Bones®, speaks as an Ambassador for American Bone Health about how the organization helps women care for their bones, preve...

03/05/2016

The 1st of May is the beginning of National Osteoporosis Month and throughout we will post articles, videos and ideas for you.

18/04/2016

Hip fractures are serious injuries that can result in long-term disability or death. A study finds two minutes of hopping per day can improve the strength of hip bones and decrease their risk of fracture in the elderly.

23/03/2016

Eat your way to stronger bones with these 6 nutrition tips.

Eat your way to stronger bones.

11/03/2016

Mediaplanet Ireland launches the BONES AND JOINTS campaign, with exclusive content from the key figures driving support and awareness around Bone and Joint conditions, thought provoking stories and more.

Health news, information and advice with a local focus on Ireland.

04/01/2016

We do not recommedn that anyone with Osteopenia and/or Osteoporosis begin any form of exercise other than walking until you have spoken to us. Exercise can play an important part in helping to reduce your risk of osteopenia / Osteoporosis and it is also an important aspect of treatment.