Bone & Muscle Health: Common Diseases & Maintenance

Keeping your muscular and skeletal systems healthy involves a proper diet for gout, low-impact exercise like swimming, and regular stretching. Learn about common bone deterioration diseases and the impact of massage on your muscles.

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What Causes Calcium Deposits and Calcification?

Published Oct,18 2018 | By Wasi Saleem, M.D., M.B.A.

Ninety-nine percent of the calcium in the body is used to build strong bones and teeth. The remaining calcium circulates in the organs, tissues and bloodstream. In certain situations, calcium deposits can accumulate in various tissues of the body, either in specific locations or in a widespread pattern.