Initially your practitioner will ask you about your symptoms and your medical history, as well as carrying out a physical examination for bone tenderness, swelling or redness.
Blood tests may be performed, along with imaging studies, x-rays and ultrasound where deemed necessary.
A bone mineral density (BMD) test is a measure of tissue in your bones. It helps your practitioner to estimate your bone strength.
BMD is commonly used to help diagnose osteoporosis, especially in post-menopausal women where BMD tends to fall with age and their decrease in estrogen.
