If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...
Learn the 7 key signs that indicate it’s time for a bone density test, from fractures and height loss to family history and medication use. Discover how monitoring your bone health can help prevent ...
Over the past 18 months, some of your medical care—including supporting your bone health—may have fallen by the wayside. In the first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic, for exam­ple, about a third ...
At least 1 in 5 women older than 50 in the U.S. have osteoporosis, but many don’t realize it. Women 65 years and older should have a bone density scan to screen for osteoporosis, updated guidelines ...
Our bones support more than just a few essential functions in the body. Not only do they provide a robust framework to hold our body upright (an incredible feat in itself!), they coordinate with our ...