A bone density scan is a painless imaging test that measures the density and, sometimes, quality of your bones. Bone density and quality affect how strong or thick your bones are. Bone density scans ...

What Is a Nuclear Bone Scan? A nuclear bone scan is a medical test that uses a small amount of radioactive material to check the condition of your bones. It’s also known as skeletal scintigraphy. You ...

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that’s common in the United States, affecting almost 20 percent of women and 5 percent of men over age 50. Osteoporosis occurs when bones are weakened by hormone shifts ...