Risk Assessment

Osteoporosis Risk Check List Tick the questions below that apply to you. Add up the score and match this to the appropriate ‘risk group’ at the bottom of the page.

male		1pt
female		2pts
over 50 years of age		2pts
smoker		2pts
diet low in calcium		2pts
constant back pain for over 6 months		2pts
low body weight		3pts
history of anorexia		2pts
family history of osteoporosis particularly mother with fractured hip		2pts
hysterectomy/early menopause before age 45		4pts
fracture following minor fall since the menopause		4pts
height loss of more than 2 inches or developing stoop		4pts
long term oral steroid user		4pts
		Total

Total score
Under 6
7-9
10-12
Over 12

Osteoporosis risk
Minimal
Moderate
High
Very high

Scan advisable?
No, not usually
Probably yes
YES
YES - strongly recommended

The checklist above is only a guide to help you decide whether a bone density scan may be beneficial to you. If you are in any doubt or are worried in the future, please consult your doctor.
Osteoporosis should not be confused with osteo-arthritis which has symptoms of swollen joints, stiffness and pain.
If you are unsure about how to answer any of the above then please contact SOS, we will be happy to assist you.