Bone

4 symptoms you should never ignore

As we get older, bone health becomes a serious concern. This is because, over time, our bones become weaker, which increases our risk of fracture and disability. It’s even more detrimental for seniors because disability and other injuries can negatively affect a person’s quality of life. The problem is that bone weakness and damage can ...click here to read more

Broken Collarbone (Clavicle Fracture): Symptoms, Complications, Exercises and Recovery Tips

The collarbone (clavicle) is one of the main bones in the shoulder. It’s a long slender bone that runs from the breastbone to each of the shoulders connected via ligaments, and it is a common location for injuries to occur, resulting in a fracture. Collarbone (Clavicle) fractures account for approximately 5 percent of all adult ...click here to read more

Osteoporosis fractures: Exercises and their benefits in reducing bone fracture risk

Over 50 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis and bone fractures, making prevention methods a focus and putting exercise benefits in the spotlight. A recent hip hop study—no not the music, we literally mean hopping—has shed some light on how to reduce fracture risk, specifically fractures from osteoporosis. The study, conducted through a special mapping ...click here to read more

Eat this for stronger bones

When it comes to strong bones, you know that drinking milk is the option to pick, but a new study suggests one particular food can go a long way in maintaining strong bones. The study examined postmenopausal women as they are at the highest risk for osteoporosis, a bone disease that is associated with an ...click here to read more

The secret to strong bones

Weak bones are a common problem associated with aging. Women are particularly susceptible to osteoporosis, which can lead to fractures and disability. The key to strong bones is a combination of calcium and vitamin D, but recent research has uncovered that good bone health may actually begin in the gut. Soluble corn fiber helps support ...click here to read more

Osteoporosis and fracture risk in male smokers higher than in women

In a recent study involving smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), researchers observed that middle-aged and elderly men were at a higher risk of developing low bone density, osteoporosis, and vertebrae fractures than their women counterparts. The study, published online in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, used smoking history and COPD as ...click here to read more

Kidney stones may increase fracture and broken bone risk: Study

Kidney stones may increase fracture and broken bone risk, according to research. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 52,000 British kidney stone patients and over 157,000 individuals without kidney stones. During a median follow-up period of five years, kidney stone patients were found to be at a significantly higher risk of fractures and broken bones. Males ...click here to read more

Eat this for stronger bones

Time and time again, we are told that for strong bones we need calcium, but with a growing number of individuals who are lactose intolerant, achieving recommended calcium through dietary means can be difficult. Although calcium is the primary mineral for strong bones, there are many other vitamins and minerals that your bones need as ...click here to read more