There was a significant negative association between serum Nell-1 levels and C-terminal cross-linking telopeptide of type I collagen (β-CTX), while no significant correlations were observed between serum Nell-1 levels and muscle mass or function.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Postmenopausal women with higher serum Nell-1 levels exhibited higher BMD and bone strength, indicating its potential as a therapeutic invention for osteoporosis. The gene discussed is NELL1; the disease is osteoporosis.