The DEXA Scan: Your Key to Early Osteoporosis Detection
Hello everyone! In this blog, we’re going to delve into a topic that’s integral to our overall health but often overlooked – our bone health. The condition in focus... Read more
Bone Health 101
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weakened and brittle bones, which can increase the risk of fractures, especially in the hip, spine, and wrist. It’s commonly associated with aging... Read more
Recent changes in the United States for Osteoporosis Screening
Recently the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated their 2011 recommendations on screening for osteoporosis. Given by 2020, approximately 12.3 million individuals in the United States older than... Read more
Osteoporosis and low BMD in rural and remote QLD.
The Bone Bus is very proud of the work we undertake in regional Australia, particularly given that self-reported prevalence of osteoporosis has been associated with higher death rates. It... Read more
Optimal Exercise Prescription for Osteoporosis
A recent review investigated the published evidence surrounding different forms of exercise on bone health. Here is a brief summary. Walking and others forms of aerobic exercise Therefore, despite... Read more
Exercise on Bone Density in Osteoporotic Patients
The authors of this review examined the most appropriate features of exercise for increasing bone density in osteoporotic patients. Two types emerged: (1) weight-bearing aerobic exercises, i.e., walking, stair climbing, jogging, and Tai Chi.... Read more