| Theme | Nutrition and exercise for the fracture prevention | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Therapeutic exercise for patients with prevalent osteoporotic fractures | |
| Publish Date | 2016/10 | |
| Author | Naohisa Miyakoshi | Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] | Osteoporosis is associated with an increased risk of fractures, which are most commonly induced by falls. Recent randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses focusing on this issue have reported significant effects of exercise on reducing fall risks. Exercise programs have been shown to be important for the prevention of fall-related fractures in patients with osteoporosis. However, few studies have evaluated the effect of exercise on patients with osteoporosis who have already suffered a fracture. Exercise programs concentrating on muscular strength in the lower extremities and back extensors, as well as dynamic balance are recommended to have a positive effect on reducing osteoporotic fractures. | |