Midarm Muscle Measurements May Be a Practical Tool for Osteoporosis Diagnosis
Researchers determined the association between midarm muscle circumference and osteoporosis among community-dwelling older men.
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Meta-Analysis: Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk in Patients Living With HIV
The researchers suggest including information about bone-healthy lifestyle in the management of PLWHIV, as well as earlier initiation of osteoporosis prophylaxis and treatment.
Age at Attainment of Peak Bone Mineral Density Varies by Sex, Skeletal Site
Age at attainment of peak BMD varies by sex and skeletal site but is not affected by body mass index or race, according to study results.
Meta-Analysis: How Do Bone Properties Change After Stroke?
Significant changes in bone mass may occur after stroke and are more pronounced in the paretic limbs and during the first few months after the acute event.
Shorter Sleep Duration Associated With Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women
Epidemiologic data indicate that shorter sleep duration (≤5 hours per night) is associated with lower bone mineral density in postmenopausal women.
Changes in Bone Strength and Density After Gastric Bypass Surgery
In patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, bone material strength index was improved 1 year after surgery despite an increase in bone turnover and lower overall areal bone mineral density.
Consensus-Based Recommendations Released to Improve Osteoporosis Diagnosis, Treatment
The ASBMR Secondary Fracture Prevention Initiative Coalition outlined recommendations to improve efforts to increase diagnosis and treatment of individuals who are at high risk for osteoporosis.
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