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01-11-2006 | Original Article

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

Authors: M. Y. C. Pang, M. C. Ashe, J. J. Eng, H. A. McKay, A. S. Dawson

Published in: Osteoporosis International | Issue 11/2006

Abstract

Background

We assessed the impact of a 19-week exercise program on bone health in chronic stroke.

Results

Those who underwent the program reported significantly more gain in tibial trabecular bone content and cortical bone thickness on the affected side.

Conclusion

Regular exercise is thus beneficial for enhancing bone health in this population.

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Title: A 19-week exercise program for people with chronic stroke enhances bone geometry at the tibia: a peripheral quantitative computed tomography study
Authors: M. Y. C. Pang
M. C. Ashe
J. J. Eng
H. A. McKay
A. S. Dawson
Publication date: 01-11-2006
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Osteoporosis International / Issue 11/2006
Print ISSN: 0937-941X
Electronic ISSN: 1433-2965
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00198-006-0168-0

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

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

Abstract

Background

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Background

Results

Conclusion

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