bones

New Bone-Building Drug Promising Against Prostate Cancer

Health - August 11, 2009

Monoclonal antibody denosumab counters effects of hormone therapy, study finds more >>

Stroke Doubles Risk of Hip, Thigh Fractures

Health - August 6, 2009

Preventive measures urgently needed, researcher says more >>

With a Broken Hip Comes Higher Risk for Dying

Health - August 4, 2009

Expert warns that consequences of osteoporosis go far beyond weak bones more >>

Biomarker Could Predict Severe Osteoarthritis

Health - July 30, 2009

Those with highest levels are more apt to have joint replacement, study finds more >>

Coming Soon -- Stem-Cell Surgical Thread?

Health - July 24, 2009

Novel technique could speed repair of ligaments, tendons, study shows more >>

Health Tip: Who Gets Osteoporosis?

Health - July 13, 2009

Know if you're at risk for brittle bones more >>

Simple Steps Deliver Relief for Tennis Elbow

Health - July 11, 2009

Strength-training exercises may ease pain, improve movement, study shows more >>

Soccer Injuries Differ by Gender

Health - July 10, 2009

Analysis of kicking motion yields surprising clues as to why more >>

Screen All Newborns for Hip Dysplasia, Study Urges

Health - July 8, 2009

Experts say early treatment helps avoid arthritis in adolescence more >>

Too Much Texting Can Spell Neck, Arm Pain

Health - July 6, 2009

Hunching over, using one thumb increases the risk, study shows more >>

Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed

Health - June 30, 2009

It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications more >>

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

Health - June 30, 2009

Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds more >>

47,000 Elderly Hurt in Walker, Cane Mishaps Each Year

Health - June 29, 2009

Older women most often the victims of these falls, CDC says more >>

Bone Therapy May Not Always Need Monitoring

Health - June 24, 2009

In older women, annual measurements are unnecessary, study finds more >>

Artificial Ankle Takes Giant Step Forward

Health - June 18, 2009

Newly approved device allows pain-free mobility, experts say more >>

Might Weight-Loss Surgery Lead to Fractures?

Health - June 11, 2009

Small study finds nearly double the normal rate of broken bones more >>

Avandia Raises Risk of Heart Failure, Fractures

Health - June 5, 2009

But study found diabetes drug didn't increase chances of heart disease, death more >>

Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture

Health - June 2, 2009

But benefits still outweigh risks for patients who rely on them, experts say more >>

'Cell Phone Elbow' -- A New Ill for the Wired Age

Health - June 2, 2009

Cubital tunnel syndrome results from prolonged flexing of the elbow, experts say more >>

Young Ballerinas May Face Heart, Bone Risks

Health - June 1, 2009

Too few calories, too much exertion can spell danger, study warns more >>

Pitching Prowess May Start With the Pelvis

Health - May 29, 2009

Tests involving pro players show that stability equates to success more >>

Ankle Replacement Device Approved

Health - May 28, 2009

For people with deformed or arthritic joint more >>

Ankle Replacement System Lets Feet Move