bone density

1. A measurement corresponding to the mineral density of bone, expressed as mineral mass per unit volume of bone and usually assessed by a radiologic scan of the lower spine or hip. Bone density measurements are used to diagnose and monitor osteoporosis and other bone diseases.

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The trial will look at issues such as bone density, brain development and mental health and wellbeing over time.

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She has both osteoporosis and arthritis and is concerned about her bone density.

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“So here, it’s all about building skeletal muscle mass — which helps with metabolism, bone density, regulating hormones, everything — and getting your back and posture strong so you can support yourself.”

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A lot of the studies done on the impact of weighted vests on bone density have been done in older adults who are naturally losing muscle and bone density.

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“Weighted vests can be helpful at maintaining—even in promoting—gains in musculoskeletal health, like improving strength or balance, or even bone density in a weight-stable state,” says Kristen Beavers, a professor of internal medicine at Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

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