Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD You can take steps to prevent osteoporosis or slow its progression by eating a ...

To prepare for a bone density test, patients should stop taking calcium supplements at least 24 hours before the exam for the ...

Many people worry about the safety of exercise later in life. You may be concerned if you already have osteoporosis or osteopenia. Perhaps you have never been very physically active. Whatever your ...

reduces fracture rates among women with osteoporosis, usually defined as bone mineral density T-scores lower than -2.5. However, the benefit of alendronate in women with osteopenia (i.e., T-scores ...

Over time, having too little calcium can cause osteopenia, a reduction of mineral density in the bones. This can lead to osteoporosis, which causes the bones to thin and become vulnerable to ...

We explore the current guidance for osteoporosis screening in men, as well as barriers to access for both clinicians and patients.

Avery, 30, revealed her shocking diagnosis of osteopenia and osteoporosis after using Ozempic for a year. She admitted to obtaining the medication without a prescription and advised others to be ...

In postmenopausal patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD), approximately one-third had osteoporosis while approximately 40% had osteopenia. 2. In men aged over 50 years with UC ...

“That way you can start your prevention or treatment for osteoporosis or osteopenia as early as possible,” says Baum.