Category Archives: Bone Health

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that commonly affects post-menopausal women, and with the rising number of elderly, cases of osteoporosis are on the rise. It can lead to devastating fractures and disability for seniors, which not only negatively impact their quality of life, but can increase the risk of illness or disease. Although there is ...click here to read more

As we age, bone health becomes a big concern. The older we get the more susceptible we become to bone diseases like osteoporosis. The loss of bone density puts our bones at risk for fractures and breaks which can negatively impact the quality of our life. Developing a disability in the old age as a ...click here to read more

A new method for repairing damaged bones with stem cell and carbon material has been developed by researchers working with the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST). The method involves using stem cells from human bone marrow and carbon sheets with photocatalytic properties, and may help to create better treatments for bone injuries ...click here to read more

New research published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research suggests that women who consume a diet high in anti-inflammatories experience less bone loss than their peers. The study examined data from the Women’s Health Initiative and compared inflammatory elements of participants’ diets to their bone mineral density and fractures, discovering a connection between ...click here to read more

Hip fractures are a common occurrence in older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that over 300,000 Americans are hospitalized annually as a result of a hip fracture. Seniors and postmenopausal women are particularly prone to fractures, as their bones are frailer due to loss of bone density. Experiencing a hip fracture, ...click here to read more

SI joint pain, or pain in the sacroiliac joints found between the pelvis and the base of the spine, can be felt in the lower back and buttocks and occurs for a variety of reasons. Continue reading to find out which symptoms to look out for and how SI joint pain is diagnosed and treated. ...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

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