Did you know most osteoporosis-related spinal fractures go completely undetected? π±
π What research shows: π Only 1 in 3 are ever diagnosed π ~50% happen with no trauma β just weak bone π π Even when visible on scans, theyβre often not reported π π In adults over 40, millions already have them β¦ and most donβt know π€· π One fracture = π¨ much higher risk of more
β οΈ Red flags: π Height loss π§ Stooped posture π’ Sudden back pain after simple movement
β What to do: Ask for VFA screening π during your bone density scan β it can catch these βsilentβ fractures early.
π‘ Bottom line: These tiny fractures = BIG risk π¨. Catch them early, protect your spine, and stand tall for life π