A New Take on Bone Health

It’s not just the quantity of bone but the quality that counts

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You may think all you need to know about your bone health is your bone mineral density (BMD) score. And if it’s good, all is well. Not necessarily.

BMD, as measured by a DEXA scan (a type of X-ray), is only part of the picture. A bone that’s dense isn’t necessarily a stronger bone. C...