News tagged with bone density

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Study finds new neural brain-to-bone pathway controlling skeletal development

Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have discovered that a neuronal pathway—part of the autonomic nervous system—reaches the bones and participates in the control of bone development.

Medical research created Sep 03, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Stem cell-powered implant set to revolutionize orthopedic surgery (w/ Video)

Scientists at the University of Glasgow are working to harness the regenerative power of stem cells to improve orthopaedic implant surgery.

Surgery created Sep 03, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Has osteoporosis treatment failed when a fracture occurs?

The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) has published practical guidelines to assist clinicians in assessing treatment efficacy in patients who experience a fracture while on medication for osteoporosis.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Aug 31, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Poorer bone health seen in black children with fractures

(HealthDay)—African-American children with forearm fractures are more likely to have vitamin D deficiency and lower bone mineral density than their peers without fractures, according to a study published ...

Pediatrics created Aug 27, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study suggests early exposure to antibiotics may impact development, obesity

Researchers at NYU School of Medicine have made a novel discovery that could have widespread clinical implications, potentially affecting everything from nutrient metabolism to obesity in children.

Medications created Aug 22, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study questions value of calcium and vitamin D supplements

Prescribing calcium and vitamin D supplements for men at risk of bone loss from hormonal treatment for prostate cancer seems like good medicine.

Cancer created Aug 07, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Bariatric surgery does not increase risk of broken bones

An international study, led by researchers at the Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit (MRC LEU) at the University of Southampton, has found that obese patients who undergo bariatric surgery are not at an ...

Overweight and Obesity created Aug 06, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

100 gene deletions in mice identifies 9 new genes that determine bone strength

A genetic screening approach to studying bone disease has found nine new genes associated with bone health and suggests a new way to discover genes that may be implicated in human skeletal diseases. A collaborative study ...

Genetics created Aug 02, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Mechanisms for a beneficial effect of moderate alcohol consumption on osteoporosis in women

Women after menopause tend to develop weaker bones from what is known as osteoporosis, which may lead to fractures (especially hip fractures) from falling. The weakness of the bones results from an imbalance between the normal ...

Health created Aug 02, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New study suggests moderate alcohol consumption may help prevent bone loss

(Medical Xpress) -- Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol as part of a healthy lifestyle may benefit women's bone health, lowering their risk of developing osteoporosis.

Health created Jul 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Drugs used to treat HIV also reduce risk of HIV infection

People at high risk of HIV infection can reduce their risk of acquiring the disease by taking antiretroviral drugs, according to Cochrane researchers. In an update of a systematic review first published in 2009, the researchers ...

HIV & AIDS created Jul 10, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New study links healthy muscle mass to healthy bones, finds differences by gender

Researchers have long been aware that the progressive loss of muscle mass and bone density is a natural part of aging. But little work has investigated how muscle tissue affects the inner and outer layers of bone microstructure. ...

Health created Jun 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study finds HIV-positive young men at risk of low bone mass

Young men being treated for HIV are more likely to experience low bone mass than are other men their age, according to results from a research network supported by the National Institutes of Health. The findings indicate ...

HIV & AIDS created Jun 19, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Health of Americans a mixed bag: CDC report

(HealthDay) -- There were both good and bad trends in the overall health of Americans in 2011, a new government report shows.

Health created Jun 19, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Experts recommend men at risk for osteoporosis undergo bone density testing

Osteoporosis in men causes significant morbidity and mortality. Today, the Endocrine Society released clinical practice guidelines (CPG) for management of this condition in men. "Osteoporosis in Men: An Endocrine Society ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jun 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0