Question 1

does weight training increase bone density?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Evidence shows that exercise help build and maintain bone density at any age. Studies have seen bone density increase by doing regular resistance exercises such as lifting weights for 20mi, 2-3 times a week. This type of weight-bearing exercise appears to stimulate bone formation via bone stimulation through muscle contraction.

Question 2

can they need your body weight and height for bone density scan?

Accepted Answer

No: They don't need to weigh you, or determine your height.  It is a simple, quick test. You lay on a table and the scan is performed by the tech.

Question 3

what happens to bone density when you don't exercise?

Accepted Answer

It worsens: It goes down. Humans are locomotive animsl designed to move. If u move , less u lose bone.

Question 4

i'm confused by the bone density t score?

Accepted Answer

Relates to max dense: T score compares patient to age/sex/race matched individuals at age 32 (or so)-peak bone density. Relates to statistcs, bell shaped curve. Nl is (-)1 standard deviation and better (top 80+%). Low bone mass (osteopenia) (-)1.0-(-) 2.5 std dev (about #5-20 in a classof 100); osteoporosis (-)2.5 or more (bottom of the class). These vary with age, sex, race. Z score compares pt to same age, sex, race.

Question 5

what affects bone density?

Accepted Answer

Genes, hormones: Bone density is determined initially by inherited genes,  If a parent has low bone density there is a 50% chance each child may also.  In women estrogen deficiency causes bone loss.  In men testosterone deficiency causes bone loss.  Vitamin D deficiency results in poor absorption of calcium and causes bone loss and/or poorly mineralized bone.  Steroids, excess alcohol and cigarettes also.

Question 6

can you regain bone density?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Adequate nutrition and weight bearing exercise, adequate calcium and vit d intake, and some prescription drugs (teriparitide, ...) can help you regain bone density.

Question 7

how to increase bone density?

Accepted Answer

: Exercise, especially weight bearing exercise. Have the recommended intake of Vitamin D and calcium. It will not increase bone density beyond what is normal but will help you in the long run.
Visit this site for info: https://www.bones.nih.gov/health-info/bone/bone-health/nutrition/calcium-and-vitamin-d-important-every-age
Wish you good health!

Question 8

why is bone density important?

Accepted Answer

For multiple reasons: Achieving the potential peak bone mass during adolescence, and maintaining it during the adulthood is very important for preventing future fractures.  There are many diseases, medications, lifestyle habits, and food components can adversely affect the bone density and the bone quality leading to fragility (osteoporotic) fractures.  If one takes proactive actions, most of these are preventable.

Question 9

could bone density go up and down?

Accepted Answer

Bone density: Yes, by stopping/starting various things that can affect bone density: medications, dietary changes, level of activity and exercise, and others.

Question 10

how does exercise affect bone density?

Accepted Answer

Incr bone formation: Evidence shows that exercise help build and maintain bone density at any age. Studies have seen bone density increase by doing regular resistance exercises such as lifting weights for 20mi, 2-3 times a week. This type of weight-\bearing exercise appears to stimulate bone formation via bone stimulation through muscle contraction.Space zero gravity is an example of how bone density can be diminished.

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