Overview
The Osteoporosis Risk Self-Check is a quick screening tool that estimates bone density risk using age, sex, weight, and common risk factors. It outputs a risk level, score, and actionable guidance for routine self-checks and pre-checkup preparation.
How to Use
- Select sex and enter age and weight.
- Check all risk factors that apply to your condition.
- Click "Assess Osteoporosis Risk" to generate your result.
- Use "Reset" to clear inputs and start a new assessment.
Scoring Logic
- Base risk points are added from age, sex, and weight.
- Checked risk factors contribute additional points.
- Female-only factors are available only when female is selected.
- The final risk tier is based on score percentage against the model maximum.
Risk Tier Reference
- Very Low Risk: below 20%.
- Low Risk: 20% to 39%.
- Moderate Risk: 40% to 59%.
- High Risk: 60% and above.
Bone Density T-Score Reference
- Normal: T-score >= -1.0.
- Osteopenia: -2.5 < T-score < -1.0.
- Osteoporosis: T-score <= -2.5.
- Severe Osteoporosis: T-score <= -2.5 with fragility fracture.
Prevention and Daily Management
- Maintain calcium intake around 1000-1200 mg/day for adults.
- Support vitamin D status via sunlight or supplements when needed.
- Add weight-bearing or resistance training 3-4 times per week.
- Avoid smoking, limit alcohol, and reduce high-salt diets.
- Keep regular sleep routines to support bone recovery.
Food Guidance
- Prefer: dairy, soy foods, leafy greens, fish, eggs, and nuts.
- Limit: high-salt foods, excessive caffeine, soda, and alcohol.
When to Consider Bone Density Testing
- Routine screening is commonly recommended for women 65+ and men 70+.
- Postmenopausal women with low weight or family history should test earlier.
- People on long-term glucocorticoids or with chronic inflammatory/thyroid conditions need closer follow-up.
- Seek timely evaluation if height drops clearly, posture changes, or a fragility fracture occurs.
Important Notes
- This tool is for self-management reference and not a medical diagnosis.
- If persistent pain, fracture, or obvious discomfort occurs, seek medical care promptly.