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ArticleJournal of orthopaedics2025

Could point-of-care bioimpedance analysis be another tool in the prevention of osteoporotic fractures?

Louise A Horrigan, Mairead Cooke, Jessica Diskin, Attracta Brennan, John J Carey

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Louise A HorriganPhysiology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway, Ireland.
Mairead CookePhysiology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway, Ireland.
Jessica DiskinPhysiology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway, Ireland.
Attracta BrennanSchool of Computer Science, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, Ireland.
John J CareySchool of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway, Ireland.

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Abstract

A treatment gap exists in osteoporosis, with people at risk of fracture often not identified. Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry is the gold standard technique for the identification of low bone mass, but it is not always easily accessible. Bioimpedance analysis (BIA) is a non-invasive, safe and portable technology, which can provide a calculated estimate of bone mass. However, the validity of using BIA in the assessment of bone health is largely unknown. The objective of this study was to examine BIA-derived bone mass (BBM) data from a local population, with the aim of exploring its potential for use as a preliminary osteoporosis screening tool. A convenience sample of 124 participants (40 males, 84 females) was recruited from the local population. BIA was performed on participants according to standard procedures. BBM data was analysed in relation to weight, height, sex, age and BMI. Data was analysed using ANOVA, hierarchial regression, and bivariate correlation as appropriate. Weight was strongly associated with BBM (R

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Bioelectrical impedance analysisBioimpedance analysisBody compositionBoneFractureOsteoporosis

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PMCPMC11625369

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