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Contact details
Email: rbft.fls@nhs.net
Address
Level 2, North Block
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 5AN
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Fracture Liaison Service
The Fracture Liaison Service see fragility fracture patients aged 50 years and over. The service is works to proactively identify patients who have sustained a ‘lower impact fracture’ who may be at increased risk of further fractures in the future.
The service is available for all patients, over 50, who have sustained a fracture (excluding the fingers, toes and skull) where the circumstances of the injury mean that you may not normally expect a broken bone. As reduction in bone strength (known as osteoporosis) has no symptoms other than breaking a bone, all patients sustaining these fractures will be recommended this screening as a precaution.
These patients can be referred for blood tests to screen for many conditions that can have a negative effect on bone health. Patients aged between 50-74 years of age will also be referred for a bone density/DEXA scan to look for signs of Osteoporosis.
Following a diagnosis of osteoporosis, the team will work with patients to create a personalised treatment plan including lifestyle changes and, in some cases, a medication plan. The team can also refer patients for assistance in reducing the likelihood of further falls or regaining confidence following a fracture.