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Osteoporosis and Spinal Fracture

Osteoporosis affects millions of people and often underlies spinal vertebral fractures and kyphosis. In this section you will not only find information about osteoporosis and vertebral fracture, but news and views as well. Find out about the latest medical studies on spinal fractures and osteoporosis. Not sure if a particular osteoporosis drug is right for you? News and views may help reveal some of the conflicts of interest between drug manufacturers, researchers, doctors and other stakeholders in the osteoporosis business.
Predicting Osteoporosis
A new study measures the bone density in your heel to see if you are at risk for osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis Drug Fablyn - Fablyn Osteoporosis Drug or Just Business?
Fablyn, a SERM used to increase bone density for people at risk for osteoporosis has been through the FDA approval process 3 times without success. Why can't Fablyn manufacturers get FDA approval for their osteoporosis drug?
SERM - What is a SERM?
SERMs are used to treat osteoporosis and other problems. Just what is a SERM?
Raloxifene - SERM Used to Treat Osteoporosis - What is Raloxifene?
Raloxifene is a SERM used to treat osteoporosis. Learn more about Raloxifene and osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis - What is Osteoporosis?
What is osteoporosis? Learn about osteoporosis.
BONE Bone Density Study - BEST Ways to Increase Bone Mineral Density
BEST was a study of post menopausal women that tried to find out the best way to increase bone mineral density and prevent osteoporosis.
Compression Fracture - Vertebral Compression Fracture
A compression fracture is a type of vertebral fracture. Learn about the compression fracture.
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