Exercise for preventing and treating osteoporosis in postmenopausal women

Howe, Tracey; Shea, Beverley; Dawson, Lesley; Downie, Fiona; Murray, Ann; Ross, C. Owen; Harbour, Robin; Caldwell, Lynn M; Creed, Gisela

doi:10.1002/14651858.cd000333.pub2

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“…These Results confirm that strength training with many repetitions and light load does not improve bone mass (Howe et al, 2011). However, subjects did not perform exclusively this kind of exercise, they also walked for a considerable amount of time.…”

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Abstract:The objective of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of a physical activity program addressed to older people. 48 people were involved in the performance of calcaneus bone ultrasonography and anthropometry tests. Afterwards, over six months, all physical activity was registered. At the end of this period, ultrasonography and anthropometry tests were again performed. Quality of life was also measured. Collected data show great incidence of overweight and osteoporosis. However, the training program does not significantly reduce fat mass but it does not increase the muscle mass either. Furthermore, bone mass loss reached 2.2% (p=0.003). These results show the inefficiency of a training program with the usual features of physical activities offered to older people. If the results of our study are confirmed, this kind of programs would not be contributing to achieve a healthy aging process, at least from a physical point of view.

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“…Studies with no-impact exercises (weight lifting) showed positive effects on bone mass, due to the action of muscle tension stimulating bone tissue (14,21). Thus, the muscle-tendon-bone interaction during the resistance exercise, even with no impact, could develop some osteogenic effect on bone.…”

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Physical exercise and osteoporosis: effects of different types of exercises on bone and physical function of postmenopausal women

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Oliveira

Lirani-Galvão

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Arq Bras Endocrinol Metab

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Physical exercise is an important stimulus for osteoporosis prevention and treatment. However, it is not clear yet which modality would be better to stimulate bone metabolism and enhance physical function of postmenopausal women. This review paper aims to summarize and update present knowledge on the effects of different kinds of aquatic and ground physical exercises on bone metabolism and physical function of postmenopausal women. Moderate to intense exercises, performed in a high speed during short intervals of time, in water or on the ground, can be part of a program to prevent and treat postmenopausal osteoporosis. Mechanical vibration has proven to be beneficial for bone microarchitecture, improving bone density and bone strength, as well as increasing physical function. Although impact exercises are recognized as beneficial for the stimulation of bone tissue, other variables such as muscle strength, type of muscle contraction, duration and intensity of exercises are also determinants to induce changes in bone metabolism of postmenopausal women. Not only osteoanabolic exercises should be recommended; activities aimed to develop muscle strength and body balance and improve the proprioception should be encouraged to prevent falls and fractures. Arq Bras Endocrinol Metab. 2014;58(5):514-22

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“…A systematic Cochrane review published in 2011 examined the effectiveness of exercise in preventing bone loss and fractures in postmenopausal women [67]. They found a relatively small but statistically significant and possibly important effect of exercise on bone density but no effect on numbers of fractures.…”

Section: Physical Activity and Fracture Risks: Osteoporosis Balance mentioning

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Healthy aging and age-adjusted nutrition and physical fitness

Hammar

Östgren

2013

Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecol

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(154 words)The expected life span is gradually increasing worldwide. For healthy ageing there are a number of options that may be used including healthy dietary and exercise habits. To reduce or prevent obesity certain types of diet may be used that will also reduce the risk of, e.g., cardiovascular disease (CVD). Exercise reduces the risk of diseases like CVD, osteoporosis, some cancers and some mental disturbances. Decreasing a sedentary life style seems at least as important as regular exercise. Exercise can probably be tailored to reduce the risk of CVD and extent of bone loss. To insure adherence, it is important to slowly increase the frequency, duration and intensity of exercise and to find activities that suit the individual. More research has to be done in order to find the ideal modes and doses of exercise and to increase long-term adherence. Both dietary and exercise modification seem to be strong promoters of healthy ageing.Healthy aging and age adjusted nutrition and physical fitness Hammar M, Östgren CJ

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Exercise for preventing and treating osteoporosis in postmenopausal women

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