The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the bone mineral density of the calcaneus by ultrasound and to correlate the values obtained with height, weight and lifestyle in females over 40 years old.
Osteoporosis is a systemic bone disease characterized by decreased bone mass, deterioration of microarchitecture and compromised bone strength, with increased risk of fractures.
Bone densitometry is the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis, predicting fracture risk, indicating initiation of treatment and monitoring it, however, is not the only predictor of fractures.
Ultrasound analysis of bone mineral density is a non-invasive and inexpensive examination, compared with double-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), so it is necessary to consider whether equipment such as Sahara Clinical Bone Sonometer would be useful in healthcare. Primary
Both men and women, after 35 years of age, begin to progressively lose bone mass, but this loss is more evident in women, especially after menopause. Considerable bone loss exponentially increases the likelihood of fractures of the lumbar spine, wrist, and femoral neck.
Peak bone mass is influenced by gender, hereditary factors, ethnicity, diet and exercise. Thus, prevention of osteoporosis begins in the early years of life. A balanced diet based on adequate intake of carbohydrates, fat, protein and minerals is essential for a healthy body and consequently for a constant maintenance of bone formation.
Therefore, it is essential to associate BMD with physical activity and some lifestyle measures (adequate calcium intake, quit smoking, moderate alcohol consumption and maintaining an adequate body weight).