Risk factor | Score | Sex |
---|---|---|
Established vertebral fracture | 4 | M, F |
Long-term use of high-dose corticosteroids (>3 months; >7·5 mg/day) | 4 | M, F |
Fracture after age of 50 years | 4 | F |
Age >70 years | 2 | F |
Age >60 years | 1 | F |
Hip fracture in first-degree family member | 1 | F |
Weight <60 kg | 1 | F |
Severe immobility | 1 | F |