The Bone Density Test: A Guide for Women of Every Age
- ISBN-10
- 0425177823
- ISBN-13
- 9780425177822
- Category
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000
- Publisher
- Berkley
- Author
- Maggie Greenwood-Robinson
Description
A guide to preventing and treating osteoporosis and brittle bone fractures presents a detailed questionnaire to help readers determine their own risk factors, clear explanations of bone anatomy and the effects of aging, discussion on the five primary bone-density tests, and advice on finding the right treatment option to suit individual needs. Original.
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