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Hidden spine fractures could be spotted earlier

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MariaPCC 15 January 2026

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is recommending that quick spine checks are added to routine bone scans to help spot hidden fractures earlier and prevent serious complications. In the draft osteoporosis guideline launched for consultation, NICE recommend healthcare practitioners consider offering these checks during dual energy X ray absorptiometry (DXA) bone mineral density scans, in people aged 50 and over. Evidence shows it is a cost-effective measure as it can be done on the same scanner during the same visit.

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