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Bone and Mineral Disorders Care
With decades of expertise, our Henry Ford Health Bone and Minerals Program offers comprehensive care for a range of bone and mineral disorders. Our experts combine the latest research with innovative therapies to improve quality of life and manage conditions such as osteoporosis, calcium imbalances and metabolic bone diseases.
Learn more about the bone and mineral disorders we treat, the treatments we offer and what our team a top choice for your care.
Why choose Henry Ford Health for bone and mineral disorders care?
Bone and mineral disorders arise when the endocrine system, which produces hormones and minerals, stops working as it should. Our physicians have niche expertise in these conditions, offering a rare level of specialty care.
The Henry Ford Health difference:
- History of innovation: The Henry Ford Health team participated in every major clinical trial for the bone and mineral disorder treatments that are now considered the standard of care. Since we established our program, we have been committed to providing the best and most up-to-date treatment options.
- Ongoing research: You receive care from endocrinologists who are clinical experts as well as researchers. We conduct multiple research studies, many of which are funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
- Specialized tests and treatments: Our physicians offer every specialized medication available to treat bone and mineral disorders. We also provide bone biopsies, which can be helpful in diagnosing rare bone disorders.
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Bone and mineral disorders we treat
Bone and mineral disorders are a result of aging or hormonal imbalance and include osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease.
Our team treats all types of bone and mineral disorders, including:- Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones become weak and brittle, which can lead to pain and fractures. Osteoporosis is one of the most common conditions as people age.
- Hyperparathyroidism is a condition that leads to kidney stones, osteoporosis and, rarely, pancreatitis.
- Kidney stones are hard deposits of acid, salts and minerals that can be very painful to pass. If you have chronically high calcium levels, you may get recurrent kidney stones.
- Metabolic bone disease includes osteomalacia (when your bones soften, often because of vitamin D deficiency) and Paget’s disease (develops when the body’s process of breaking down old bone and building new bone stops working properly). Both conditions lead to fragile bones and possible bone and joint pain.
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Bone and mineral tests and treatments
Our team offers a range of tests to diagnose bone disorders accurately. An accurate diagnosis leads to a more effective treatment plan. Your care may include:
- Bone density test: This imaging test measures the mineral and calcium levels in your bones.
- Imaging scans: Additional imaging studies, such as X-rays, may give us more information about your bone health.
- Medications: Our experts provide all the leading medications to treat bone and mineral disorders, many of which we helped develop.
- Bone biopsy: We use a needle to remove a small amount of bone tissue for analysis in a lab.
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Bone and mineral disorder FAQs
What are the signs of bone disorders?
Bone disorders typically cause symptoms affecting your bones, such as pain and frequent fractures. Some conditions may also cause posture changes, muscle weakness or stiffness.
How do you diagnose bone disorders?
Healthcare providers often use imaging and blood tests to detect and diagnose bone disorders. At Henry Ford Health, we also offer bone biopsies, which involve analyzing bone samples under a microscope.
Why do I need a specialist to treat bone and mineral disorders?
Bone and mineral disorders are complex, and it’s rare to find providers who specialize in them. At Henry Ford Health, our expert team has a decades-long history of innovation and excellence in bone and mineral disorder treatment. -
Bone and mineral care locationsWe have clinics across Michigan and offer virtual visits when appropriate.