New study links osteoporosis to cognitive decline

Individuals should seek bone density testing and talk to their doctor about a prescription to buy Fosamx as they get older. A new study published in the journal Menopause has found that there is a strong correlation between osteoporosis and cognitive decline.

While the study only looked at the association between the two conditions in women, the researchers said the finding may be relevant to men as well. Changes in hormone levels associated with aging, which may be a likely explanation of the connection, may be more pronounced in women, but still occur in men.

For the study, a team of South Korean researchers administered cognitive tests and bone density scans to a group of 120 postmenopausal women. All were experiencing some degree of cognitive impairment, ranging from simple forgetfulness to early-stage Alzheimer's disease.

The results showed that patients who had weak bones or sustained fractures were more likely to have severe cognitive impairments than those with healthier bones.

The researchers said that hormonal changes are one likely explanation of the connection between osteoporosis and cognitive decline, but other factors may be involved.