Episode 86: Dr Andy Bush: A New Approach to Bone Health Part 2
Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast: Take Control of Your Bone Health
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[3:50] Fragility scores and other potential risk factors
[8:35] Medications and what they do
[14:39] The issue with the REMS database
[25:47] Getting a baseline from REMS and using it for monitoring bone health
[28:48] The word severe
[31:21] What do women need to do after getting their REMS
The Role of REMS in Accurate Bone Health Assessment
Welcome back to the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast! In Episode 86, host Debi Robinson delves into the complexities of osteoporosis management with esteemed orthopedic surgeon Dr. Andy Bush. Together, they explore advanced diagnostic tools like REMS technology and discuss personalized care approaches for those at high risk of osteoporosis.
Dr. Andy brings his rich expertise to the podcast, shedding light on how traditional assessment models might not accurately reflect an individual’s real-time health status, especially for active older adults. He emphasizes the importance of looking beyond statistical models and normative databases, advocating for more tailored and comprehensive patient evaluations.
Join Debi and Dr. Andy as they discuss the nuances of bone health assessments, the limitations of standard screenings, and the potential of REMS technology. Dr. Andy’s insights and Debi’s experiences enrich the conversation, highlighting the need for accurate and empowering information around bone health.
"If you have no muscle, you’ll have no bone." [4:19]
Dr. Andy
"We’re gonna use that (REMS scan) as a baseline. And when you come in next year we’ll see how you changed." [26:05]
Dr. Andy
"There's so much that goes into the interpretation of the REMS." [30:55]
Debi