Primary generalized osteoarthritis and bone mass

Br J Rheumatol. 1993 Dec;32(12):1059-61. doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/32.12.1059.

Abstract

The association of OA with increased bone mass is controversial. This study measured BMD at the hip and spine and total body bone mineral (TBBM) by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry, and BMD at the distal forearm by single photon absorptiometry in 20 post-menopausal women with primary generalized OA. The data were compared with those from 89 normal controls. Osteoarthritic women had significantly increased BMD at the spine (P < 0.001), distal forearm (P < 0.05) and increased TBBM (P < 0.01), but no difference was seen at the femoral neck. These differences were not explained by obesity. The influence of mobility is discussed.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Bone Density*
  • Female
  • Health Status
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Osteoarthritis / metabolism*
  • Reference Values
  • Surveys and Questionnaires