Healthy bone density levels are essential, as having less-dense bones can increase the risk of fractures. There is a strong ...

The LRP5V171 mutation causes high bone density, with a thickened mandible and torus palatinus, by impairing the action of a normal antagonist of the Wnt pathway and thus increasing Wnt signaling.

Some 10 million Americans over 50 have the weak and brittle bones from osteoporosis, according to the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation.

Predicting Bad Bones: Bone Density Tests "Bone density tests turn out to be a good predictor of fracture risk," says Felicia Cosman, MD, clinical director of the National Osteoporosis Foundation ...

Although bone mineral density (BMD) testing to screen for osteoporosis (BMD T score, −2.50 or lower) is recommended for women 65 years of age or older, there are few data to guide decisions ...

Bones can weaken with age and osteoporosis is common, but the right meds and lifestyle changes can keep bones strong.

Normal bone density of a person is highest at 35 years but in some cases due to wrong posture, exercises, genetic reasons or low estrogenic level it decreases significantly at a young age.

A bone density scan is a painless imaging test that measures the density and, sometimes, quality of your bones. Bone density and quality affect how strong or thick your bones are. Bone density scans ...

Osteoporosis increases risk of fracture and this calculator predicts your risk for osteoporosis. Diet rich in calcium and vitamin D prevents osteoporosis.