FRAX tool

The FRAX tool is a medical calculator that helps doctors estimate a person’s 10-year risk of developing a fracture due to osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak. It considers factors like age, gender, weight, height, previous fractures, family history, smoking, alcohol use, and other health conditions. By providing a personalized risk percentage, FRAX helps determine whether treatment or lifestyle changes are necessary to strengthen bones and prevent fractures, aiming for targeted, effective osteoporosis management.