Thera-Band exercises improve strength and quality of life in women with...
Osteoporosis is characterized by loss of bone mass and is associated with an increased risk of fracture after falls, particularly in the hip and mid-back. Osteoporotic women are often physically frail...
View ArticleOsteoporosis exercise program with elastic resistance can reduce fall risk...
Osteoporosis affects 10 million Americans and is characterized by low bone density. Persons with low bone density are at higher risk of fractures after a fall. The National Osteoporosis Foundation...
View ArticleThera-Band exercise reduces falls and improves quality of life in women with...
Persons with osteoporosis are at higher risk of fracture after a fall. It’s well-known that exercise is an important aspect of managing osteoporosis, yet there are few studies evaluating the effects of...
View ArticleBone mineral density and function improve after exercise in osteoporosis...
Osteoporosis, the loss of bone mineral density, occurs in 55% of Americans over the age of 50. It’s associated with increased risk of fracture after a fall. Weight-bearing exercises are often effective...
View ArticleExercise compliments drug therapy for osteoporosis
Older women with osteoporosis are at a higher risk of fracture resulting from a fall due to their decreased bone mineral density (BMD). While osteoporosis drugs may help increase BMD, simply improving...
View ArticleReducing Fall Risk Factors in Women with Osteoporosis
Throwback Thursday! Older women with osteoporosis are at a higher risk of fracture resulting from a fall due to their decreased bone mineral density (BMD). While osteoporosis itself may not contribute...
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