Regression equations predicting BMD
| Equation | 95% CI | |
|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | |
| BMD, bone mineral density; CI, confidence interval. | ||
| Lumbar spine BMD (g/cm2) = 1.472−(0.01×years after active career) | −0.026 | −0.002 |
| Femur neck BMD (g/cm2) = 1.216−(0.01×years after active career) | −0.021 | −0.006 |
| Femur trochanter BMD (g/cm2) = 1.013−(0.009×years after active career) | −0.016 | −0.002 |
| Femur Ward’s triangle BMD (g/cm2) = 0.999−(0.01×years after active career) | −0.023 | −0.007 |
| Distal tibia BMD (g/cm2) = 1.251−(0.01×years after active career) | −0.021 | −0.001 |