About the Fracture Liaison Service (FLS)
The Fracture Liaison service helps people who are at risk of a broken bone (a fracture) because they have weak bones.
We look after people who are aged over 50 and who have broken a bone with only a mild knock or gentle fall. We also help people who have been identified as having weak bones during a scan.
Our aim is to help people reduce their risk of broken bones in the future.
When you are referred to us
When you are referred to the Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) you can expect the following.
- We will send you an initial questionnaire, by email or post.
- When you have completed the questionnaire, we will invite you to a bone health blood test at Kingston Hospital.
- Book your blood test by:
- Using the blue button below, or
- Calling the Kingston Hospital blood test (phlebotomy) department on 020 3870 5766.
- Some patients will also need a DXA scan to measure their bone density. A DXA scan uses low-dose X-rays. It is quick and painless.
- If we recommend a DXA scan for you, we will send you a letter by post. This letter will ask you to contact the Kingston Hospital Radiology Department to make an appointment.
Treatment
When your test(s) are complete, a Fracture Liaison Service team member will contact you to discuss treatment options with you.
Most patients will begin treatment within 16 weeks of being referred to us.
Contact information
Kingston Hospital Fracture Liaison Service Team
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm