There’s little debate among scientists that the female hormone estrogen is integral to maintaining strong bones. Osteoporosis, in which the bones become brittle, most commonly strikes women after ...

Heterotopic ossification happens when bone grows outside of its normal location and into the surrounding soft tissues of your body. When this happens, the pieces of bone that develop are called ...

Medicare Part B covers bone density tests once every 24 months for preventive screening when a person meets specific eligibility criteria are met. Eligibility requirements include being at risk for ...