No one wants to get that call. A loved one has taken a fall. There’s always the hope that it will be just a bruise and shaken ...

Osteoporosis, a silent bone-hollowing disease, often goes undetected until a fracture occurs, particularly in Indian women ...

Most tools used to assess the risk of fractures and osteoporosis rely on bone density alone, but these may miss a large ...

That unmistakable sound of bone giving way under pressure sends immediate dread through anyone who hears it. Broken bones account for millions of medical visits annually in the United States alone, ...

Despite the risk of subsequent fractures in patients with osteoporosis, only approximately 20% of patients nationally receive the appropriate evaluation and treatment following a fragility fracture. A ...

Hip fractures in older adults can lead to serious complications, disability and even death. Traditionally, orthopaedic surgeons have repaired a common fracture of the upper part of the thigh bone, or ...

Osteoporosis isn’t just about fragile bones — it’s about protecting your mobility, independence, and quality of life. New research and updated guidelines are shifting the focus from treating fractures ...

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Glucocorticoid use in myasthenia gravis patients increases fracture risk by reducing bone density and weakening bone structure. Combining FRAX and MG-ADL scales enhances the identification of ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A new Fracture Risk Assessment Tool includes information from high-resolution peripheral quantitative CT scans.