No-Radiation bone scan could spot fracture risk early
NCT ID NCT06567054
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new ultrasound device that measures bone properties in the lower leg to predict fracture risk in adults over 55. It aims to see if it works as well as or better than standard DXA scans, without using radiation. Researchers will follow 1,600 participants for three years, tracking new fractures and comparing results from both devices.
What this could mean
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Active substance
POROUS R3C ultrasound device
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could offer a safer, radiation-free way to predict fracture risk and catch bone weakness earlier than current methods.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with no direct treatment benefit. The device's accuracy compared to DXA is still unproven, and results may not apply to all populations.
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Locations
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Centre of Muscle and Bone Research (ZMK), Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin
Berlin, State of Berlin, 12207, Germany
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Department for Orthopedy, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Section of Geriatric Traumatology, University Hospital Halle (Saale)
Halle, 06120, Germany
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Department of Endocrinology, Reproductive Medicine and Osteology Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg
Marburg, 35043, Germany
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Department of Rheumatology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charite Campus Mitte
Berlin, State of Berlin, 10117, Germany
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Division for Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine 3, Medical University Vienna
Vienna, 1090, Austria
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VieCuri Medisch Centrum, Department of Internal Medicine, Venlo
Venlo, 5912 BI, Netherlands