Prescribing Physical Activity for the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis in Older Adults
Osteoporosis is an age-related disease, characterised by low bone mineral density (BMD) and compromised bone geometry and microarchitecture, leading to reduced bone strength. Physical activity (PA) has potential as a therapy for osteoporosis, yet different modalities of PA have varying influences on...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-11-01
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| Series: | Healthcare |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/5/4/85 |