Osteoporosis

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has issued a final recommendation on vitamin D supplementation, with or without calcium, to prevent fractures caused by falls in seniors.

Having psoriasis increases the likelihood that you will develop osteoporosis. Here’s what you can do to lower your risk.

When pain medications and rest aren’t enough to reduce pain from a vetebral fracture, surgery may be necessary.

Exercising at least twice a week is required to maintain bone health and prevent bone loss.

Postmenopausal women with a chronic lung disorder, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma, may be at higher risk for osteoporosis of the hip.

Certain chronic diseases, including diabetes, can interfere with bone health and increase the risk for osteoporosis and bone fractures.

Here’s what you need to know about your treatment options following a hip fracture.

An estimated 25 percent of American women over 50 experience compression fractures in their lifetime. Here’s what to know about this common source of back pain.

Osteoporosis is one of the most common complications of lupus. Here’s what you can do to offset the bone-weakening impact of the disease and its treatments.

In some cases, the risks of these osteoporosis medications indicate that stopping them for a while is a good idea.