RAdically Simple Tool

Communication of risk is difficult. In osteoporosis, patients often do not understand their high risk of fracture or link it to their bone health. As a consequence, adherence to anti-osteoporosis medication is often poor. In contrast, patients frequently overestimate the very rare occurrence of serious side effects.

This tool has been developed by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) to help healthcare providers initiate conversations with their patients about osteoporosis and the risk of fracture. The aim is to facilitate communication of the balance between benefits and risks associated with commencing anti-osteoporosis medication.