Given the success of the previous collection,
Bone Health and Development in Children and Adolescents, we are pleased to announce the launch of Volume II.
Bone health and development in children and adolescents is a critical area of research, as it lays the foundation for bone-related health outcomes in later life. During adolescence, approximately 50% of an adult's peak total body bone minerals are accrued, with over 80% of bone mass achieved by the age of 18. This period is crucial for ensuring adequate nutrient intake and dietary habits, which are essential for optimal bone health and growth potential. Furthermore, the volume and intensity of physical activity during these formative years significantly influence bone mineral content and density, serving as a preventive measure against bone loss and diseases in adulthood. Despite these insights, there remain gaps in understanding the interplay between modifiable and non-modifiable factors, such as genetics and disease, in bone growth and development. Early detection of these non-modifiable determinants is vital for identifying adolescents at risk of low bone mass, allowing for lifestyle modifications that can enhance bone mineral accrual and prevent future bone-related diseases.
This research topic aims to explore the multifaceted aspects of bone health and development in children and adolescents. It seeks to address specific questions regarding the impact of both modifiable and non-modifiable factors on bone growth, the effectiveness of various therapies and medications in maintaining bone mass accrual, and the role of primary bone disorders. By investigating these areas, the research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the determinants of bone health during these critical developmental stages and to propose strategies for optimizing bone health outcomes.
To gather further insights into the complex dynamics of bone health in children and adolescents, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Primary bone disorders
• Therapies and medications aiming at maintaining bone mass accrual
• Impact of modifiable and non-modifiable factors on bone health and development
• Disorders of muscle impacting skeletal health
Given the success of the previous collection,
Bone Health and Development in Children and Adolescents, we are pleased to announce the launch of Volume II.
Bone health and development in children and adolescents is a critical area of research, as it lays the foundation for bone-related health outcomes in later life. During adolescence, approximately 50% of an adult's peak total body bone minerals are accrued, with over 80% of bone mass achieved by the age of 18. This period is crucial for ensuring adequate nutrient intake and dietary habits, which are essential for optimal bone health and growth potential. Furthermore, the volume and intensity of physical activity during these formative years significantly influence bone mineral content and density, serving as a preventive measure against bone loss and diseases in adulthood. Despite these insights, there remain gaps in understanding the interplay between modifiable and non-modifiable factors, such as genetics and disease, in bone growth and development. Early detection of these non-modifiable determinants is vital for identifying adolescents at risk of low bone mass, allowing for lifestyle modifications that can enhance bone mineral accrual and prevent future bone-related diseases.
This research topic aims to explore the multifaceted aspects of bone health and development in children and adolescents. It seeks to address specific questions regarding the impact of both modifiable and non-modifiable factors on bone growth, the effectiveness of various therapies and medications in maintaining bone mass accrual, and the role of primary bone disorders. By investigating these areas, the research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the determinants of bone health during these critical developmental stages and to propose strategies for optimizing bone health outcomes.
To gather further insights into the complex dynamics of bone health in children and adolescents, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Primary bone disorders
• Therapies and medications aiming at maintaining bone mass accrual
• Impact of modifiable and non-modifiable factors on bone health and development
• Disorders of muscle impacting skeletal health