Osteoporosis Care and Prevention in Hong Kong for Ageing Population

Hong Kong has one of the highest life expectancies in the world, but longevity comes with fragile bones is not true healthy ageing. Osteoporosis care and prevention Hong Kong has become a pressing public health priority as more than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over 50 suffer from low bone density. 

Osteoporosis care and prevention Hong Kong begins with early screening. At ProHealth Asia, we offer state-of-the-art DEXA scans and FRAX risk assessments for anyone over 50, or younger if there is a family history, early menopause, long-term steroid use, or low body weight. Early detection can reduce fracture risk by up to 50%. 

Lifestyle forms the foundation of osteoporosis care and prevention Hong Kong. Weight-bearing and resistance exercises are proven to stimulate bone formation even in the elderly. Our physiotherapists design safe programs using body weight, resistance bands, and vibration platforms that are gentle on joints yet effective for bone loading. Tai Chi, hugely popular in Hong Kong parks, is incorporated as a low-impact balance training that also reduces fall risk by 40%. 

Nutrition is equally critical. Many locals consume insufficient calcium and vitamin D due to low dairy intake and indoor lifestyles. We recommend 1,200 mg of calcium daily through diet (bok choy, dried shrimp, tofu, fortified soy milk) and supplements when needed, plus 800–2,000 IU of vitamin D3. Regular blood tests monitor levels and guide supplementation. 

Medications, when indicated, are carefully selected. Bisphosphonates, denosumab, or newer anabolic agents like teriparatide are prescribed in collaboration with endocrinologists. However, medication adherence in Hong Kong is often low due to side-effect fears, so patient education is paramount. 

Fall prevention completes the circle. Home safety assessments, vision checks, and balance retraining dramatically lower hip fracture rates – the most devastating consequence of osteoporosis in Hong Kong. Our occupational therapists modify homes by adding grab bars, improving lighting, and removing tripping hazards common in older Hong Kong apartments. 

ProHealth Asia’s comprehensive osteoporosis care and prevention Hong Kong program has helped thousands maintain independence and avoid the downward spiral of fractures, hospitalization, and loss of mobility. Don’t wait for a fracture to act – book your bone health assessment today.