The word osteopenia really means low bone mass. Well, what does that mean? Back in the early 1990s, the World Health Organization got together for the first time, and said how do we categorize people?

and about 100 had to be treated to prevent one radiographic fracture. Thus, cost-effectiveness should be factored into guidelines for treating osteopenia.

The Royal Osteoporosis Society explain what osteopenia and osteoporosis mean and how diet, lifestyle and genetic factors can affect bone density.

Osteopenia is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in bone density which results in fragile bones susceptible to fractures. Several factors, such as genetics and aging, contribute to ...

With intraoperative femur fractures on the rise, surgeons should aim to prevent these fractures from occurring by identifying ...

Green Goddess Diana Moran has revealed her shock at being diagnosed with osteopenia despite a lifetime of exercise.

Considering taking supplements to treat osteopenia? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of osteopenia. Follow the links to read common uses, side ...

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