A 19-week exercise program for people with chronic stroke enhances bone geometry at the tibia: a peripheral quantitative computed tomography study

doi:10.1007/s00198-006-0168-0

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A 19-week exercise program for people with chronic stroke enhances bone geometry at the tibia: a peripheral quantitative computed tomography study

M. Pang, M. Ashe, J. Eng

Jul 29, 2006

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Osteoporosis International

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Key Takeaway

Key Takeaway: A 19-week exercise program significantly improves bone health in chronic stroke patients by enhancing tibial trabecular bone content and cortical bone thickness.

Abstract

BackgroundWe assessed the impact of a 19-week exercise program on bone health in chronic stroke.ResultsThose who underwent the program reported significantly more gain in tibial trabecular bone content and cortical bone thickness on the affected side.ConclusionRegular exercise is thus beneficial for enhancing bone health in this population.

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