We explore the current guidance for osteoporosis screening in men, as well as barriers to access for both clinicians and ...
Osteoporosis results in loss of bone mass and makes patients more prone to fractures, but there are a variety of ways to prevent and treat it. Amy Ballard, a certified physician assistant, oversees ...
Osteoporosis is a chronic condition causing fragile bones prone to fractures. It primarily affects older adults. Maintaining ...
There is a new state of the art, AI, inexpensive bone density test available in the U.S. that is standardized and not dependent on either machine or tech like the Dexa. It’s called Echolight REMS.
It’s estimated more than 10 million Americans over the age of 50 live with this "silent disease." Here's what osteoporosis treatment looks like.
A groundbreaking study by Hong Xue analyzed more than 15 years of data to uncover trends in the prevalence and diagnosis of ...
When she was first diagnosed, Chan’s spine had a bone-density score of –2.7 and her hip was –2.5. In people over 50, a healthy bone density is –1 or higher. A score of between –1 to –2 ...
A team of biomedical engineers at the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science working with a team of bio-scientist colleagues ...
Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The hip, spinal cord and wrists are most affected by osteoporosis. However, “unless one were to get tested, you wouldn't necessarily know ...
The global aging population is estimated to drive a significant surge in osteoporosis-related hip fractures, with annual cases projected to nearly double from 2018 to 2050. Bones are living ...