In this episode, Sarah and Meredith delve into the critical topic of bone health, and their personal experiences with bone stress injuries and the importance of  bone mineral density. Bone health starts earlier than you think, and decline doesn’t wait until post-menopause. They explore the impact of hormones on bone density, the significance of DEXA scans for assessing bone density, how to build strong bones, interpreting test results and the necessity of advocating for one's health in medical settings. You might not see or feel the effects of bone loss right now, but taking action today can help keep your bones strong and resilient for years to come.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bone Health Awareness

02:53 Personal Experiences with Bone Injuries

06:05 Understanding Bone Mineral Density

08:59 The Role of Hormones in Bone Health

12:01 Osteopenia

14:59 DEXA Scans in Assessing Bone Health

18:07 Understanding T Scores and Z Scores

20:52 Advocating for Bone Health Testing

23:59 The Cost of Ignoring Bone Health

Bone Health Blog Post

Paper : Do we need to change the guideline values for determining low bone mineral density in athletes?

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