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Joint and Bone Center
About Joint and Bone Center
Services Offered
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1. Bone Densitometry using Lunar DPX-IQ Bone Densitometer
- Capability to perform central and peripheral bone densitometry, with regular precision studies according to international standards
- Certified radiotechnician, specifically trained in bone densitometry techniques
- Interpretation and clinical correlations provided by clinical densitometrists duly certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry (ISCD), ensuring accuracy of results and patient-specific recommendations
2. Outpatient/ ambulatory intravenous “pulse” therapy
- Short-stay treatment unit for intravenous (IV) pulse therapy with immunosuppressive agents e.g. cyclophosphamide, steroids
- Registered nurse duly trained in the administration of IV pulse medications under the supervision of rheumatologists
- Additional continuing patient education and compassionate care rendered during IV therapy
3. Synovial fluid examination using light and polarized microscopy
- Provisions for bedside arthrocentesis performed by rheumatologists
- Synovial fluid examination by light and polarized microscopy (especially for crystal identification), under the supervision of rheumatologists specially trained in synovial fluid examination
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