Researchers have warned about reduction in bone density for those who undergo gastric surgery to lose weight.
Protective Effect on Endometrial Cancer Could be Provided by Low Bone Density Medications: Study
A protective effect for endometrial cancer could be offered by low bone density medications, such as Fosamax, Boniva and Actonel, states study at Henry Ford Hospital.
A protective effect for endometrial cancer could be offered by low bone density medications, such as Fosamax, Boniva and Actonel, states study at Henry Ford Hospital.
Dr Malgorzata Brzozowska from Sydney’s Garvan Institute of Medical Research, said, 'The more invasive types of surgery appear to heighten bone turnover and the associated bone loss. This is thought to be caused not only by rapid weight loss and absorption of fewer vital nutrients like vitamin D and calcium, but possibly also by changes in hormones released by fat and the gut, and their impact on the central nervous system.'
Frequent Bone Density Testing For Women At Osteoporosis Risk Urged
Experts have stressed the need for frequent bone density testing for women who are more at risk for osteoporosis urging them to avoid lengthy intervals.
Experts have stressed the need for frequent bone density testing for women who are more at risk for osteoporosis urging them to avoid lengthy intervals.
Stress Slows Loss of Bone Density in SCI Patients
In patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) high doses of stress or load to bone significantly slows the loss of bone density, reveals study.
In patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) high doses of stress or load to bone significantly slows the loss of bone density, reveals study.
Robotic Suit Helps Disabled People to Walk Again
Iron-man style suit enables paraplegics to stand and walk.
Iron-man style suit enables paraplegics to stand and walk.
