Health and Quality of Life for All

Petalouda, within the framework of its actions to raise public awareness regarding musculoskeletal diseases, rare musculoskeletal diseases and diseases that are comorbid with them, implements public awareness actions at a national level. Within the framework of these actions, it offers free preventive checks to vulnerable population groups, personal counseling by specialized scientists or informative speeches to the public.

New Technology

ECHOLIGHT® in Greece

Measurement of bone density with the new technology R.E.M.S.

The first bone density measurement machine with REMS technology (Radiofrequency Echographic Multispectrometry) is now in Greece and belongs to the Butterfly Association.

The R.E.M.S technology is an innovative, radiation-free and globally patented method for the diagnosis of osteoporosis and the evaluation of bone microarchitecture at the level of the lumbar vertebrae and the femoral neck. During the procedure, an ultrasound scan is performed to determine the state of the internal architecture of the bones. This is a very fast, radiation-free ultrasound that, with the help of software, offers prevention, early diagnosis and monitoring of bone health with immediate medical reporting. The applied algorithm automatically identifies the targeted bone interfaces within the sequence of acquired ultrasound images, rejecting inappropriate acquisitions, thus reducing the dependence on the operator's experience. The diagnosis does not depend on the presence of osteoarthritis, scoliosis or other pathologies.

Clinical evaluation and validation of RM.S.

The clinical assessment and validation of the technology R.E.M.S. obtained through national and international multicenter studies, in collaboration with the most important osteoporosis diagnosis centers in Europe, under the supervision of an internal Scientific Committee composed of the most important clinical experts in osteoporosis worldwide.

Database of R.E.M.S

The database includes more than 10,000 individuals between 30 and 90 years of age. The individuals underwent the following diagnostic tests: DXA of the lumbar spine and femur (with TBS calculation), REMS scan of the same anatomical points and frax questionnaire. The data recorded for the diagnosis and evaluation of the results are in accordance with the guidelines of the Italian National Institute of Health. The guidelines constitute the most advanced recommendations of good clinical practice for the assessment of fragility fracture risk.

The Echolight offers:

• Body Composition Assessment

The Echolight small;"> offers body composition assessment based on body fat and basal metabolic rate. Accurate assessment of internal bone structure, independent of bone mineral density (BMD), to assess fracture risk in 5 years.

• Spot-on care solution

The Echolight offers assessment of the quality and quantity of bone directly in the femur and vertebrae without the use of X-rays, through a simple and innovative ultrasound examination, which will allow the clinician to prescribe the most appropriate treatment or provide indications for a correct lifestyle.

• Youth and nutrition

Bone mass is achieved in late adolescence and early twenties. Nutritional disorders alter bone metabolism and an incorrect lifestyle leads to early bone loss.

• Pregnancy

Pregnancy involves a decrease in bone density and an increased risk of fracture, due to hormonal changes and the transfer of calcium from the mother to the fetus. embryo.

• Menopause

The likelihood of osteoporosis increases sharply during menopause due to the cessation of estrogen production by the ovaries, which characterizes a woman's life and increases significantly in cases of premature menopause.

• Oncology

After certain oncology treatments, such as steroid or hormonal therapies, progressive thinning and weakening of the bones due to decalcification may be observed, which increases the risk of fracture.

• Wellness

Regular physical activity, a healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet reduce the risk of fractures and prevent weakening of bones even in younger people.

• Nephrology

Nephropathies leading to chronic renal failure are the cause of serious bone lesions leading to renal osteodystrophy. Prevention of fractures can improve the living conditions of these patients.

• Diabetes

Diabetes directly affects the metabolism of bones, therefore these patients have an increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Bone demineralization may depend on a hormonal deficiency that affects bone growth and/or on certain specialized pharmacological treatments. The elderly The possibility of continuous and short-term monitoring of the elderly allows us to control the state of bone health and prevent primary and recurrent fractures.

Free Bone Density Screening

Petalouda has portable GE units that show bone density levels and offers free tests to residents throughout Greece. Please contact us to find out when the next information events are taking place.