Women’s Bone Health

Bone health plays an important role in how strong, active, and supported you feel throughout your life, especially during perimenopause and menopause, when bone loss can occur more quickly. At The Laurel Highlands Center in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, physicians Courtney Floyd, MD, and Ryan Floyd, MD, offer a Women’s Bone Health Program designed to help you better understand and care for your bones. Through advanced testing and personalized care, they work with you to reduce your risk of osteoporosis, maintain strength, and support long-term mobility. Call the office or book your appointment online today to take the next step in caring for your bone health.

Why is bone health important for women?

Women face a higher risk of bone loss and osteoporosis due to hormonal changes that occur throughout life. Estrogen plays a key role in maintaining bone density, and as levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, bone breakdown can happen more quickly than the body can rebuild it.

This can increase your risk of:

• Osteopenia (early bone loss)
• Osteoporosis
• Fractures, especially in the hips, spine, and wrists
• Loss of strength, balance, and mobility

At The Laurel Highlands Center, the Women’s Bone Health Program focuses on identifying these risks early and helping you take steps to protect your bone strength before problems develop.

What does the Women’s Bone Health Program include?

This program takes a comprehensive, medical approach to evaluating and improving bone health. Your provider looks beyond traditional testing and screening to understand the underlying factors that may be affecting your bones.

Your care plan may include:

• Bone density testing (DEXA scan) to assess bone strength
• Whole body DEXA to understand your entire body composition
• Hormone evaluation, especially during perimenopause and menopause
• Nutritional guidance focused on calcium, vitamin D, and protein intake
• Lifestyle recommendations, including strength training and weight-bearing exercise
• Screening for underlying conditions that impact bone health

By combining these tools, your provider can create a personalized strategy to help maintain or improve your bone density.

How can this program benefit me?

The Women’s Bone Health Program helps you take a proactive, preventive approach to your health rather than waiting for symptoms or fractures to occur.

This program can help you:

• Detect early bone loss before it progresses
• Reduce your risk of fractures and osteoporosis
• Maintain strength, posture, and mobility as you age
• Support healthy aging and independence
• Address symptoms related to hormonal changes

Instead of reacting to bone-related issues later in life, you can take steps now to build and preserve strong, healthy bones.

What can I expect during my appointment?

At The Laurel Highlands Center, your provider takes the time to get to know you and your overall health. During your visit, you’ll talk through your medical history, daily habits, nutrition, and any symptoms or concerns you may have.

A structured framework for visits over time will be developed together, with a clear roadmap of what to expect from each appointment.

From there, your provider will work with you to create a personalized plan that fits your needs and goals. This may include simple lifestyle adjustments, targeted supplements, or medical treatments when appropriate.

With a thoughtful, supportive approach, the Women’s Bone Health Program is designed to help you feel strong, confident, and supported at every stage of life. Call the office or book online today to get started.