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Bone & Joint Research
Vol. 1, Issue 5 | Pages 93 - 98
1 May 2012
Gill TK Taylor AW Hill CL Phillips PJ

Objectives

To assess the sensitivity and specificity of self-reported osteoporosis compared with dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) defined osteoporosis, and to describe medication use among participants with the condition.

Methods

Data were obtained from a population-based longitudinal study and assessed for the prevalence of osteoporosis, falls, fractures and medication use. DXA scans were also undertaken.