Category Archives: Bone Health

A new study from the University of Illinois at Chicago has revealed that men and women recover differently after undergoing total hip arthroplasty or joint replacement surgery. The study was led by Dr. Kharma C. Foucher and focused on 124 people prior to and for one year following their total hip arthroplasty (THA). The average ...click here to read more

We’ve all experienced muscle pain at one time or another. You know, the kind triggered by muscle strain, nerve compression, injury, not to mention when your joints are completely worn down. Whether it happens suddenly or gradually, muscle pain can cause plenty of discomfort—things like tightness, hardness, or a bulging feeling in your muscles. During ...click here to read more

Unlike many other aspects of your health, when it comes to bones, it’s often quite tricky to tell if something’s not right. The sad part is, you generally won’t know of a problem unless you experience a fracture or intentionally get your bone mineral density checked. The good news is, there are some signs and ...click here to read more

In osteoporosis prevention, diet plays a crucial role – along with exercise. While growing up you probably didn’t think too much about eating foods that could prevent osteoporosis. Sure, you enjoyed dairy products, but you’d be the first to agree, it had more to do with taste, than to promote bone health. Now that you’re ...click here to read more

A new study has found that using cushioned shoe inserts isn’t enough to prevent injury, but wearing orthotics may help. Orthotics are modeled to a person’s foot and were shown in the study to be more successful in reducing injury compared to store-bought cushioned shoe inserts. Review author Daniel Bonanno explained, “There appears to be ...click here to read more

Brain activity in older adults measured while walking and talking may predict the risk of falls. Study author Joe Verghese explained, “In older people who had no signs of disease that would make them prone to falls, higher levels of activity in the front of the brain, called the prefrontal cortex, were associated with a ...click here to read more

Arthrosis is a disease of the bone joint – basically, the area where two bones meet, such as the knee joint, for example. It is made up of cartilage and fibrous connective tissue. When the tissue and cartilage degenerate, it is known as arthrosis. Over time, cartilage degeneration results in the loss of free movement ...click here to read more

Arthrosis is a disease of the bone joint – basically the area where two bones meet to make a joint, such as the knee joint, for example. It is made up of cartilage and fibrous connective tissue. When the tissue and cartilage degenerate, it is known as arthrosis. Over time, cartilage degeneration results in the ...click here to read more

Stand tall and proud and consider this: In many ways, our bones define who we are. They give us our size and shape, they also keep us moving and upright. We wouldn’t get very far without them – but when was the last time we did our bones a solid favor and investigated our bone ...click here to read more

Bone health in postmenopausal women can be improved with menopausal hormone therapy. Study first author Georgios Papadakis explained, “When used in the right context, specifically in postmenopausal women younger than 60 years old for whom the benefits outweigh risks, menopausal hormonal therapy is effective for both the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.” Osteoporosis is a ...click here to read more

Our bone health changes as we are aging, and so do our muscles and joints. Understanding the effects of the aging process can encourage us to be gentler and kinder to our bodies to prevent problems in the future. There is no denying it, people can lose bone mass and density as they age. Women ...click here to read more

Osteomalacia is a condition that leads to weakening of the bones. The term itself means “soft bones.” The most common cause of osteomalacia is a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D plays an important role in keeping the bones strong as it helps the absorption of calcium. Although osteomalacia may seem similar to osteoporosis, the two ...click here to read more

Now that you’re older, you may think your muscles are not that important any longer, but maintaining muscle mass is essential for healthy aging. You see, our muscles keep us strong and help reduce the risk of falls and injury – particularly dangerous in old age. With age-related muscle loss, skin can appear loose and ...click here to read more

Low bone density and hip fracture rates linked to hot flashes and night sweats during menopause. The study found that women who suffered with moderate to severe hot flashes or night sweats during menopause had lower bone density. The study followed thousands of women who were not using hormonal replacement therapy for eight years. Baseline ...click here to read more