This home page is a point of reference for Patients and Physicians in the Crawley and surrounding area.
Osteoscan is the new bone-scanning (Dexa Scanner) service based in Crawley.
Osteoporosis (brittle bones) occurs when bones become thin and therefore more prone to fractures (breaks). The onset is gradual and there may be no signs until the bones become so weak that they fracture. The most common fracture sites are wrists, hips and the spine.
Osteoporosis affects around 1 in 3 women and 1 in 12 men.
| Premature menopause (under the age of 45) |
| Hysterectomy (under 45) |
| Oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries) under the age of 45 |
| Prolonged amenorrhoea (no periods) for more than 6 months |
| Prolonged past or current use of steroids - (total dose of 1g or >7.5mg for 6 months) |
| Anorexia nervosa |
| Malabsorption problems eg coeliac disease |
| Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) |
| Hyperparathyroidism |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Renal dialysis/transplant |
| Spontaneous or low impact fracture of: Wrist, hip or spine |
| Strong family history of osteoporosis |
| Cushing's syndrome |
If you have had any of the above then you have an increased risk of having osteoporosis.
Once diagnosed by a bone density scan, steps can be taken to slow down or reverse bone loss. Apart from diet and lifestyle changes, there are various treatments in the form of tablets, depending on the severity of the problem.
Availability of scanners varies throughout the UK. Your GP may be able to refer you for a scan if he feels it is necessary.
Here in Crawley, Dr Royds-Jones & Partners offers a Dexa scanning service (DTX 200) which is available to the local community both on the NHS and privately.
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Where
is DR Royds-Jones & Partners?
Dr Royds-Jones & Partners is a 12 Doctor General Practice based in 3 surgeries’ in Crawley, West Sussex. Directions to the Surgery in Ifield, Crawley will be given on request when you make the appointment.
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If you live in Crawley and think you may be at risk, ask your GP and if required they can refer you.
Alternatively you can request a scan privately. To do this or for more information please phone:
01293 553364 Mon-Fri 10-12 or 2-4pm
Appointments can only be made in this way so please do not go to the surgery in person.
The scan will cost £35 payable in advance by cheque. On receipt of your cheque the appointment will be confirmed in writing.
This home page is a point of reference for Patients and Physicians in the Crawley and surrounding area.
Osteoscan is the new bone-scanning (Dexa Scanner) service based in Crawley.
The Osteoscan service is operated by :
Dr J Royds-Jones and Partners,
Bridge Medical Centre,
Wassand Close,
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 1LL
For More information please call 01293 553364 Mon-Fri 10-12 or 2-4pm
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This page was last updated on Tuesday, 07 October 2003 .