Consistent exercise is crucial, especially as you near middle and older age, for increasing bone density (a key marker of bone strength). And if you’re living with osteoporosis, regular movement is ...

Question: My mother had osteoporosis and suffered a devastating fall in her early 60s that she never recovered from. I am 42, and I want to be proactive about my bone health. What screening do I need, ...

Osteoporosis occurs when your bones progressively break down and become weaker. The disease is often described as silent because you may not notice outward symptoms until a fracture occurs. Fractured ...

Developing core strength, flexibility and muscular control can help you avoid pulled or strained muscles. Cole Barash for The New York Times Acute back pain is often the result of pulling or straining ...

Women age faster after the age of 40 due to hormonal fluctuations that may lead to faster bone density loss and changes in metabolism. Here are simple exercises to avoid these health problems.

Whatever your age, poor posture, heavy lifting, sitting for long, and even a minor injury can lead to back pain, a debilitating and common complaint among many all over the world. The good news is ...

The condition is hard to treat. But moving can help, if you do it right. Ask Well The condition is hard to treat. But moving can help, if you do it right. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times ...

Back pain is a common complaint, with 75-85% of US adults estimated to experience back pain in their lifetime as stated by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. It’s also one of the most ...