Category Archives: Bone Health

Type 2 diabetes and the bone fracture risk association can be better understood using a virtual bone biopsy. The researchers used high resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography (HRpQCT) to assess bone structure and strength at a microstructural level in living patients. The images showed that type 2 diabetes patients have structural defects within their bones ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis drug can prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis by reducing inflammation. The researchers used mice models of a knee fracture to study post-traumatic inflammation and the onset of osteoarthritis. The researchers found that a rheumatoid arthritis drug injected into the knee fracture lessened inflammation and arthritis. This was the first successful intervention to limit the development ...click here to read more

Osteoporosis medications can cause a small risk of thigh bone fractures, according to a new study. Fifth coauthor Patrick Strotman said, “Attempts to medically manage osteoporosis have created a new ‘atypical’ fracture pattern that must be recognized and managed appropriately.” The osteoporosis drugs in question are known as bisphosphonates and are typically taken to increase ...click here to read more

Knee pain at night is a common problem, as by the time the night falls and you finally lay to rest, the day’s activities finally catch up to you, causing worsened knee pain. Nightly knee pain can keep you awake, disturbing your sleep and thus causing even greater health problems. The likelihood of experiencing knee ...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

Every year, at least 250,000 people are hospitalized for hip fractures, yet many don’t realize the injury is associated with osteoporosis risk. New research suggests that seven out of 10 older adults who experience hip fractures are not told they could have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile ...click here to read more

Gout treatment is safe with oral steroids or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The researchers compared the steroid prednisolone with the arthritis medication indomethacin and found that both offered similar levels of pain relief in gout. Although the arthritis drug did cause minor side effects, neither treatment led to complications. Smaller studies have found similar results, ...click here to read more

Until now, you’ve been told that dairy is a great source of calcium, which is needed for strong bones. Unfortunately, many of us cannot eat dairy, either due to dietary intolerances, allergies, or even personal preference. So what are you supposed to do to keep your bones strong? Well, the good news is, there are ...click here to read more

Psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis patients show higher osteoporosis and osteopenia prevalence, according to research. M. Elaine Husni, MD, MPH, Vice Chair of Rheumatology and Director of the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Center at Cleveland Clinic, said, “Clinicians who treat patients with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis should be on alert for an association with osteopenia and osteoporosis.” ...click here to read more

Osteoarthritis treatment based on stem cell discovery helps regenerate tissue, cartilage, and bone, according to research. The stem cells are mixed within human bone marrow stromal cells (MSCs), which were previously hard to distinguish due to similarities in appearance. The researchers isolated the individual MSCs and analyzed their properties, which allowed them to identify which ...click here to read more

Everywhere you look, someone is carrying a cell phone. Many people see these devices as extensions of themselves. Whether in your purse, in your hands, or your pocket, a cell phone is always within arm’s reach in case a text message, an email, or a phone call comes in. It doesn’t matter how old you ...click here to read more

Osteoarthritis onset may be detected through changes in the interstitial fluid flow in cartilage, leading to inflammation. Osteoarthritis is a debilitating disease with no cure that can affect anyone at any age, but is common among older age groups. The osteoarthritis diagnosis generally occurs after irreversible symptoms such as joint pain or stiffness kick in. ...click here to read more

By now, you may have heard of the Mediterranean diet, which is a style of eating abundant in fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and – of course – olive oil. This diet has been praised time and time again for its health benefits, like making heart stronger and even improving brain function. Well, a new ...click here to read more

A new potential treatment may be able to reverse osteoporosis using stem cell therapy. The findings come from the University of Toronto and The Ottawa Hospital, where the researchers are working on a possible stem cell injection in order to reverse osteoporosis, a bone disease. Osteoporosis affects nearly 200 million individuals worldwide, most of them ...click here to read more