Publication Name	World Journal of Orthopedics
Manuscript ID	116330
Country	China

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Observational Study
Article Title	Musculoskeletal and bone health characteristics in young men: A comparison of low and high bone mineral density
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Yan Feng, Si-Ning Liu, Sheng-Jia Xu, Yu-Zhu Feng, Hong-Peng Yu, Ru-Lin Zheng, Jian-Xi Wei, Qing-Hao Sun, Yong Zhong and Ji-Zheng Ma
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Corresponding Author	Ji-Zheng Ma, Full Professor, Postdoc, The Research Center of Military Exercise Science, The Army Engineering University of PLA, 60 Shuang Long Jie Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu, 211101, China., Nanjing 211101, Jiangsu Province, China. mjz_mjj@sina.com
Key Words	Bone mineral density; Body composition; Muscle strength; Young men; Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry; Lean mass
Core Tip	Young men exhibiting low bone mineral density (BMD) Z scores (Z < -1.6) are characterized by suboptimal body composition, notably reduced lean mass (LM) and diminished bone health. This physical disadvantage is mirrored by reduced muscle strength in major joints. Consequently, LM and muscular strength emerge as crucial determinants in mitigating low BMD risk during young adulthood, necessitating a holistic approach to bone health that extends beyond mere bone density measurements.
Citation	Feng Y, Liu SN, Xu SJ, Feng YZ, Yu HP, Zheng RL, Wei JX, Sun QH, Zhong Y, Ma JZ. Musculoskeletal and bone health characteristics in young men: A comparison of low and high bone mineral density. World J Orthop 2026; In press

Received	2025-11-11 13:06
Peer-Review Started	2025-11-11 13:07
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-20 08:19
Return for Revision	2026-01-20 08:19
Revised	2026-02-01 13:27
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-02-04 23:44
Second Decision by Editor	2026-03-23 02:49
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Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-23 04:55
Articles in Press	2026-03-23 04:55
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