A comprehensive genetic investigation led by Dr. Feng Liu at Tianjin Medical University General Hospital has uncovered striking molecular connections between schizophrenia and bone health, identifying ...

A bone density scan is a painless imaging test that measures the density and, sometimes, quality of your bones. Bone density and quality affect how strong or thick your bones are. Bone density scans ...

Q: I’ve never had a fracture or bone health issues. Should I still get a bone density test? A: It depends. A bone density test uses a low dose of X-rays in a quick, noninvasive way to measure the ...

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 ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — A new bone strength testing technology developed at Ohio University shows promise in identifying women at risk for fractures more accurately than the current standard screening ...

You turned 65, got your Medicare card, and scheduled your annual checkup. But there’s a screening many doctors forget to mention, even though every woman 65 and older should have one. The bone density ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. November 10, 2021 Add ...

Older people at risk for osteoporosis are sometimes recommended to get a bone mineral density (BMD) screening test every two years to see if fractures may occur in the near future. But, a new study ...