Ramaiah Memorial Hospital Observes World Osteoporosis Day

~ Emphasizes On Futuristic Bone Health & Osteoporosis Diagnosis through New & Advanced DXA Scanner ~

Bengaluru, India, 28^th October, 2025– Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, one of the leading multi-superspecialty quaternary care hospitals in the city, commemorates World Osteoporosis Day with an awareness program on Bone Health and the rising burden of Osteoporosis, focusing on timely screening and diagnosis through the new and advanced DXA Scanner with superior and accurate test results.

Often called a “silent disease,” Osteoporosis is a largely underdiagnosed and underrated disorder that affects over 500 million people worldwide. Osteoporosis is a significant global health concern, with up to 80% of patients who experience an osteoporotic fracture neither identified nor treated for the underlying condition. In India, fragility fractures are increasing rapidly, fueled by aging, sedentary lifestyles, and poor nutrition. The consequences of these fractures can be severe: hip fractures carry up to a 20–30% one-year mortality and cause significant disability. Nearly 1 in 5 women and 1 in 20 men over the age of 50 are affected by osteoporosis.

Dr. Chitra S, HOD & Consultant – Department of Endocrinology, Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, shared, “The good news is that osteoporosis is both preventable and treatable. As clinical practitioners, we urge everyone to take proactive steps towards improved bone health since osteoporotic fractures can be devastating, resulting in chronic pain and disability, loss of independence, increased risk of further fractures, and even premature death. Lack of diagnostic tools impedes early detection & treatment. It is now time to dispel the misconceptions and raise awareness about the importance of bone health beyond the age of 50, especially in women. At Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, we are taking steps to ensure that everyone at risk of osteoporosis or with risk factors that may lead to fragile bones in the future are screened, diagnosed, and treated on time.”

The gold standard of diagnosing Osteoporosis is through a Bone Mineral Density (BMD) test using a Dual–energy X-ray Absorptiometry or DXA Scan. This imaging test measures bone strength and is primarily used to diagnose Osteoporosis and osteopenia, as well as to assess fracture risks. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital is utilizing the new GE Prodigy for Bone & Metabolic Health Scanner, which combines multiple validated quantitative and qualitative tools in a single test. This advanced system offers a comprehensive assessment that includes:

• BMD (Bone Mineral Density)
• TBS (Trabecular Bone Score): Assesses trabecular microarchitecture to improve fracture risk evaluation beyond BMD alone.
• LVA/VFA (Lateral Vertebral Assessment/Vertebral Fracture Assessment): Low-dose lateral imaging to detect prevalent vertebral fractures often missed clinically.
• Advanced Body Composition: Whole-body and regional measures of lean mass, fat, and visceral adipose tissue (VAT).

This comprehensive approach offers key benefits, including better fracture risk stratification by combining BMD + TBS + VFA to identify high-risk patients who might be missed by BMD alone, objective screening for sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss), and valuable metabolic risk insights.

Dr. Nagendra Swamy S.C., Chief Executive – Ramaiah Memorial Hospital & Healthcare Services at GEF (M) said, “With the rapid aging of the global population, the rate of fragility fractures are significantly becoming common, causing serious health concerns and disabilities. Osteoporosis and bone health screening must be prioritized as part of our life courses through proper awareness, screening, diagnosis, and treatment. We, at Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, strive to have the highest standards of diagnostic tools, including the new and advanced DXA Scanner that ensures best results and better prognosis, alongside the treatment for osteoporosis involving nutrition and lifestyle modifications for all patients, combined with individualized care guided by fracture risk and co-morbidities. I am certain that with such increased awareness, we will be successful in sensitizing everyone about the risks of osteoporosis and take the steps to maintain good bone health.”

Osteoporosis may be silent, but fractures are not. Early prevention, timely diagnosis, and proper treatment can help millions live stronger, independent lives. Let us build a fracture-free future together.