It's important to discuss your risks of bone loss with your doctor. “Osteopenia” is not a word I’d ever heard three months ago. And then, just like that, it was everywhere—on the results of my first ...

You can help increase your bone density through diet, vitamin and mineral supplements, exercise, lifestyle changes, and medications in some cases.

Within the past few weeks, two people came up to me who were told they have osteoporosis, and one diagnosed with osteopenia. I thought it would be a good article about the difference and what can you ...

Gwyneth Paltrow is known for her commitment to wellness. But in 2010, the Oscar-winning actress revealed a surprising health diagnosis at just 37—osteopenia. This condition leads to lower-than-normal ...

BLOOM (TAMPA) In a recent episode of the global health and wellness show, Bloom, Gayle Guyardo was joined by Tami Oberbroeckling PA-C, a renowned age-management specialist and WFLA Health Advisor.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old female in good health except for a diagnosis of osteopenia. My primary care doctor has prescribed medication for my osteopenia. I have periodontal disease and have ...

Discontinuing treatment with biphosphates after a period of time was associated with a reduction in femoral neck and lumbar spine T-scores, as well as a decrease in bone mineral density among patients ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I read in a recent column that you normally recommend against the use of medications in the treatment of osteopenia. Can you let me know why? I’m 54 and have been diagnosed with ...

If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...

“Osteopenia” is not a word I’d ever heard three months ago. And then, just like that, it was everywhere—on the results of my first bone-density, or DEXA, scan, and on the lips of most of the friends ...