Many stroke patients not screened for osteoporosis, despite known risks

Thursday, April 25, 2019 - 07:50 in Health & Medicine

Many stroke survivors have an increased risk of osteoporosis, falls or breaks when compared to healthy people. This study provides further evidence of the importance of identifying risk and initiating treatment to prevent bone loss and fractures in stroke survivors who are at increased risk of osteoporosis.

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