12 Bone Health Strategies That Matter Before You Ever Get a DEXA Scan

12. Strategy 12 - Build Balance and Coordination for Fall Prevention

While building strong bones is crucial, preventing falls represents an equally important strategy for maintaining skeletal health and avoiding fractures throughout life. Research published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that fall prevention programs can reduce fracture risk by 20-30%, even in individuals with existing osteoporosis. Balance and coordination naturally decline with age due to changes in the vestibular system, decreased muscle strength, reduced proprioception, and slower reaction times, making fall prevention exercises increasingly important as we age.