Osteoporosis and resistance exercise
Explains what osteoporosis is, its prevalence and treatment options including resistance exercise.
This video explains what osteoporosis is, its prevalence in Canada and treatment options including resistance exercise. Osteoporosis is a common disease, especially among older women, which is a result of low bone mass. In Canada, one in three women and one in five men are diagnosed with osteoporosis in their lifetimes. Guidelines for managing osteoporosis recommend resistance and balance training exercises as part of treatment.
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