February 09, 2012: Fear of Lawsuits Influences Care From Most Orthopedic Surgeons: Survey
More than 95 percent said they ordered unnecessary tests, referrals and hospitalizations to protect themselves

February 09, 2012: Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study
After unusual femur break, patients should not take bisphosphonates, researchers say

February 07, 2012: Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Researchers say postmenopausal women taking Aromasin need to be monitored

February 02, 2012: Health Tip: Help Prevent a Stress Fracture
Take it slow when starting an exercise program

February 01, 2012: Heartburn Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Older Women
Especially true for current or former smokers, researchers say

January 24, 2012: Health Tip: Exercise for Healthier Bones
Activities that can help maintain bone health

January 18, 2012: Some Women Can Go Longer Between Bone Checks: Study
Those with normal density may be able to wait more than recommended two years, researcher says

January 17, 2012: Joint Replacement Patients Face Blood Clot Risk in Hospital
Knee surgery associated with twice the risk compared to hip procedure, evidence review found

December 21, 2011: Diet Might Help Those Immobilized by Knee Osteoarthritis
Substantial weight loss reduces pain, raises mobility, researchers say

December 19, 2011: Vitamin D Helps Bone Health Only With Calcium: Report
Government task force held off on specific dose recommendations

December 14, 2011: Health Tip: At Risk for Hip Fracture?
Factors that make it more likely

November 28, 2011: Titanium Joint Debris May Trigger Painful Inflammation
Animal study suggests that worn artificial joints might lead to bone damage

November 22, 2011: Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Damage Joints
Here are some typical symptoms to watch for

November 09, 2011: Jaw Shrinks With Age, 40-Year Study Finds
Teeth crowding and changes in bite can result, researchers say

November 09, 2011: Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Shin Splints?
Here are common risk factors

November 07, 2011: Specialized Warm-Up May Reduce Girls' Knee Injuries
Teams that practiced 'neuromuscular' training had lower injury rate, study finds

November 04, 2011: Health Tip: Signs of a Spinal Fracture
People with osteoporosis may be prone

October 21, 2011: Health Tip: Take Care to Prevent Stress Fractures
Exercise carefully and don't ignore an injury

September 30, 2011: Oral Steroids Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency
Children taking the drugs are at high risk for low levels of the nutrient, study shows

September 26, 2011: Hip Fracture May Raise a Woman's Risk of Earlier Death
Breaking hip at age 70 doubles risk of dying within a year, study finds

September 19, 2011: FDA OKs Bone Drug to Prevent Fracture in Certain Cancer Patients
Prolia can be used in some cases of prostate cancer and breast cancer

September 01, 2011: As Venus Williams Bows Out of U.S. Open, Little-Known Disease Takes Center Court
Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that can cause serious arthritic pain

August 30, 2011: U.S. Offers Health-Care Pamphlets in Spanish
They summarize benefits, risks of heart medications, other health issues

August 08, 2011: Health Tip: Osteoporosis Can Affect Men, Too
Risk factors for bone-thinning in males

August 05, 2011: Need a New Hip? Someday You May Grow Your Own
Researchers say biological joints now in development could supplant today's artificial ones

July 27, 2011: Health Tip: Ease Swelling Beneath a Cast
Steps to help you heal

July 23, 2011: Common Swimming Injuries Often Avoidable
Overuse a frequent cause of shoulder pain in competitive swimmers, expert says

July 08, 2011: Men Who Smoke at Lower Risk of Joint Replacement: Study
Extra pounds, vigorous exercise linked to severe knee, hip problems, research also indicates

July 05, 2011: Health Tip: Some Prone to Losing Bone Mass
Risk factors for osteopenia

June 29, 2011: Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Rickets?
Signs of vitamin or mineral deficiency

June 08, 2011: New Guidelines Put Focus on Vitamin D Deficiency
Endocrine Society recommends routine screening for people considered at high risk

June 07, 2011: Joint Replacement Risks Rise at Less Experienced Hospitals
Study finds greater likelihood of clots, death when few operations are done

June 06, 2011: Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Rise in Fracture Risk
People who've had procedure especially prone to breaks in the hands and feet, study finds

June 04, 2011: Bone Drug Reduces Odds for Breast Cancer's Return: Study
Effect seen years after Zometa treatment stopped

May 31, 2011: In Diabetics, Good Scores on Bone Tests May Not Rule Out Risk
People with normal bone density may be as prone to fracture as those with osteoporosis, study finds

May 25, 2011: With Calcium, More May Not Be Better
Getting enough for bone health is crucial, but too much doesn't help, researchers say

May 24, 2011: Underwater, Humans Hear Through Their Bones
Navy study finds people can hear far higher pitched sounds in a different way

May 04, 2011: Study Finds Slight Risk of Rare Fractures From Bone Drugs
Benefits of bisphosphonates in preventing most fractures outweigh risk, experts say

April 29, 2011: Americans May Not Consume Enough Calcium: Study
Levels were insufficient for daily needs, researchers find

April 29, 2011: Thyroid Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Elderly
As patients age, levothyroxine treatment needs close monitoring, researchers say

April 19, 2011: Shorter Hospital Stays, More Readmissions After Hip Replacements
Many patients also discharged to skilled nursing facilities, long-term analysis of Medicare data shows

April 13, 2011: Wearing a Cast? Be Careful How You Scratch That Itch
Experts advise against using pencils, other items to ease the discomfort

April 09, 2011: Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis Seems Effective Years Later: Study
Spines remain healthy a decade after surgery, researchers say

March 30, 2011: Most Americans Seem to Have Healthy Levels of Vitamin D
Government study finds 8 percent deficient in needed nutrient

March 28, 2011: Teens' Weight Loss Surgery May Weaken Bones
Benefits may still exceed risks, but experts urge caution for young patients

March 28, 2011: Health Tip: Help Strengthen Your Bones
With weight-bearing exercises

March 24, 2011: Weaker Bones, Cellphone Use Linked in Small Study
Research in 24 men found less mineral content, density in hips, but more study needed, experts say

March 18, 2011: Health Tip: Returning Home After Hip Fracture
Suggestions to help you heal

March 11, 2011: Adults With HIV at Increased Risk of Bone Fractures, Study Finds
Annual fracture rates up to 3.69 times higher in HIV-infected patients, researchers say

March 10, 2011: Kids With Cerebral Palsy May Have Asymmetric Pelvic Bones
Any spinal surgery should take this misalignment into account, researchers say