The first generic versions of Boniva (ibandronate) tablets, a once-monthly product for managing or preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, have received FDA approval. More »
Despite widespread concern about the use of these drugs for patients with asthma and allergies, a review of the evidence shows that (used as recommended) there is very little risk from introducing a steroid into the upper respiratory system on a fairly regular basis, even for a child. More »
The revised GOLD guidelines redefine treatment objectives, change standards for the use of spirometry, and redefine exacerbation, with special emphasis on comorbidities. More »
Data from a long-term prospective study reveal that, for many older women, the pace of bone mass deterioration takes place on the scale of decades, not single years. Here, the lead author of the study describes how to interpret the results to choose the date for your own patient's next bone-density... More »
(AUDIO) Data from a long-term prospective study reveal that, for many older women, the pace of bone mass deterioration takes place on the scale of decades, not single years. Here, the lead author of the study describes how to interpret the results to choose the date for your own patient's next... More »
Osteoporosis would develop in fewer than 10% of older, postmenopausal women during rescreening intervals of about 15 years for those with normal bone density or mild osteopenia, 5 years for those with moderate osteopenia, and 1 year for those with advanced osteopenia, according to a study reported... More »
Women with normal bone density are unlikely to develop osteoporosis within 15 years and can forego the duel-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) radiology exams to detect it for at least that long. More »
Areal bone mineral density is lower in women who have a history of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). In later life, these patients may be at risk for osteoporosis complications, including fragility fractures. More »
The first detailed comparison of thoracic vertebrae between humans and other primates shows that humans are set up by nature to have vertical fractures. More »
Cystic fibrosis is a serious genetic disorder that affects many organs (e.g. lung and pancreas). It commonly leads to reduced bone mineral density, known as osteoporosis, which increases the likelihood of fractures. The short-term and long-term effects ...
Current osteoporosis management guidelines recommend routine bone mineral density (BMD) screening with the use of dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans for women 65 years of age or older, but no guidelines specify an osteoporosis screening interval that is based on data from longitudinal…
Background Multiple studies demonstrate poor adherence to medication regimens prescribed for chronic illnesses, including osteoporosis, but few interventions have been proven to enhance adherence. We examined the effectiveness of a telephone-based counseling program rooted in motivational interviewing to improve adherence to a medication regimen for osteoporosis.
Methods We conducted a 1-year randomized controlled clinical trial. Participants were recruited from a larg
The Osteoporosis Clinic, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark. Correspondence to: Peter Vestergaard. ... The Osteoporosis Clinic, Aarhus University Hospital, Tage Hansens Gade 2, Aarhus DK-8000 Denmark; p-vest at post4.tele.dk.
Condition: Osteoporosis Interventions: Drug:Humanparathyroidhormone[hPTH-(1-34)]; Drug:alendronate Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Completed - verified November 2008
Reviews the evidence for and against hundreds of preventive health services, recommending tests, and counseling interventions when evidence exists that it is effective.
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Many affected individuals develop low bone mineral density ( osteoporosis), which weakens the bones and makes them prone to fracture. ... Osteoporosis and progressive joint problems also cause bone pain that becomes more severe over time in people with
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