Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Adults are less likely to develop cirrhosis with higher BMD T-scores at the femoral neck, total hip and ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: The results for my last bone density test show not only a T-score but also a Z-score. For my spine (L1 through L4), the T-score is -3.4, while the Z-score is -1.4. Can you please ...

Maintaining strong bones and flexible joints is crucial for overall health, especially as we age. Bone density naturally declines over time, increasing the risk of fractures, osteoporosis, and reduced ...

A new study published suggests that the connection between coronary artery calcification—a measure of calcium buildup in the ...

Researchers have used machine learning to assess bone density scans for calcification in the aorta, the body’s main artery. They say their method could be used to predict future cardiovascular and ...

In a recent study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research, researchers assessed the impact of high-impact exercise on femoral neck bone density and knee osteoarthritis (OA) (a ...

The intricate relationship between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and bone mineral density (BMD) is an area of burgeoning clinical and research interest. CKD is characterised by a progressive loss of ...

In my time as a sports dietitian, I have consistently argued that understanding bone health—and the factors that contribute ...

Hunter Bennett does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

Preparing for a medical test often triggers health anxiety, making it easy to worry about hidden conditions and care needs.

Researchers investigate the longitudinal associations of coffee and tea consumption with bone mineral density in older women.

Once bone density is lost, it cannot typically be rebuilt, but you may be able to prevent further loss. Calcium and vitamin D, along with exercise and managing medications, are important for bone ...