Bone

A common problem affecting elders today is the development of dowager’s hump, otherwise known as kyphosis. The condition appears in the form of a humped upper back and affects men and women as they age. The condition is a physical deformity, taking the form of an over-curvature of the thoracic spine (upper back). It is ...click here to read more

As we get older, bone health becomes a serious concern. This is because, over time, our bones become weaker, which increases our risk of fracture and disability. It’s even more detrimental for seniors because disability and other injuries can negatively affect a person’s quality of life. The problem is that bone weakness and damage can ...click here to read more

Heberden’s nodes occur as bony swelling that forms on the hands in osteoarthritis patients. They can be easily identified, as they appear on the interphalangeal joints closest to the fingertips. They are considered unsightly and unusual manifestations but do not pose any infectious risk, as they are simply extra bony growths part of the degenerative ...click here to read more

Paget’s disease of the bone occurs when the normal processes of bone breakdown and rebuilding are performing abnormally. As a result, the bones become too large and weak as the most optimal structure of bone is not being maintained. While this disease may affect any bone in the body, it often affects the bones of ...click here to read more

If you look at modern nutrition habits and health-oriented lifestyles, it’s all about trends. This interesting (and fairly recent) development can be attributed to our growing dependency on the internet as a source of information and our active engagement in social media. It’s simply easier to package and promote something as a health fad. The ...click here to read more

The collarbone (clavicle) is one of the main bones in the shoulder. It’s a long slender bone that runs from the breastbone to each of the shoulders connected via ligaments, and it is a common location for injuries to occur, resulting in a fracture. Collarbone (Clavicle) fractures account for approximately 5 percent of all adult ...click here to read more

Over 50 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis and bone fractures, making prevention methods a focus and putting exercise benefits in the spotlight. A recent hip hop study—no not the music, we literally mean hopping—has shed some light on how to reduce fracture risk, specifically fractures from osteoporosis. The study, conducted through a special mapping ...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

Concerned about your bones and ways to keep bones healthy? You should be. The sooner you start the better. As they say, too, it’s never too late. Your risk for osteoporosis, where your bones become fragile and porous, has a lot to do with the bone mass you’ve developed in your 20s and 30s, and ...click here to read more

When it comes to strong bones, you know that drinking milk is the option to pick, but a new study suggests one particular food can go a long way in maintaining strong bones. The study examined postmenopausal women as they are at the highest risk for osteoporosis, a bone disease that is associated with an ...click here to read more

Weak bones are a common problem associated with aging. Women are particularly susceptible to osteoporosis, which can lead to fractures and disability. The key to strong bones is a combination of calcium and vitamin D, but recent research has uncovered that good bone health may actually begin in the gut. Soluble corn fiber helps support ...click here to read more

In a recent study involving smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), researchers observed that middle-aged and elderly men were at a higher risk of developing low bone density, osteoporosis, and vertebrae fractures than their women counterparts. The study, published online in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, used smoking history and COPD as ...click here to read more

Kidney stones may increase fracture and broken bone risk, according to research. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 52,000 British kidney stone patients and over 157,000 individuals without kidney stones. During a median follow-up period of five years, kidney stone patients were found to be at a significantly higher risk of fractures and broken bones. Males ...click here to read more

Time and time again, we are told that for strong bones we need calcium, but with a growing number of individuals who are lactose intolerant, achieving recommended calcium through dietary means can be difficult. Although calcium is the primary mineral for strong bones, there are many other vitamins and minerals that your bones need as ...click here to read more