[What to do to prevent osteoporosis ? Between myths and scientific reality].

Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease characterized by low bone density and altered microarchitecture, exposing to bone fragility and an increased risk of fracture. Several therapeutic modalities can effectively reduce the risk of fractures both vertebral and non-vertebral. While a significant part of bone strength and structure is genetically determined, it should be recalled that the environment also plays a significant role in these parameters and the risk of fracture, thus offering preventive opportunities thanks to lifestyle.

Optical imaging (HandScan) can identify ultrasound remission in rheumatoid arthritis.

Background: Identifying remission is of high importance in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) because remission is associated with less structural progression. We investigated the efficacy of a new optical imaging device, HandScan, to identify RA remission, as defined by ultrasound (US).

Methods: 61 RA patients were included.

Hypophosphatasia Presenting as a Chronic Diffuse Pain Syndrome with Extra-Articular Calcifications.

Hypophosphatasia is a rare genetic disease characterized by abnormal alkaline phosphatase activity and deficiency of bone and teeth mineralization. Hypophosphatasia is well known in pediatrics with typical presentations in children, but mild forms can also be present in adults and are difficult to detect. We present the case of a 50-year-old woman referred for pain management, with a previous diagnosis of fibromyalgia.