Abstract
Osteoporosis is a condition resulting in an increased risk of skeletal fractures due to a reduction in the density of bone tissue. Treatment of osteoporosis typically involves the use of pharmacological agents. In general it is thought that disuse (prolonged periods of inactivity) and unloading of the skeleton promotes reduced bone mass, whereas mechanical loading through exercise increases bone mass.
Original language | English |
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Article number | CD000333 |
Journal | Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews |
Volume | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2011 |
Keywords
- osteoporosis
- post-menopause
- exercise
- older women