Lifestyle

Exercise (type) for bone

Lifestyle.

In practice

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Effect by goal · level of evidence

Bone density (osteoporosis and osteopenia)

improves Moderate meta-analysis (AAA)

Network meta-analysis of trials: exercise increases bone density in people with osteoporosis or osteopenia; weight-bearing/strength and impact modalities (and combined ones) are among the most effective for slowing bone loss.

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In depth

Lifestyle · Highest evidence: Moderate · 1 finding

Findings

Bone density (osteoporosis and osteopenia) — improves (Moderate, meta-analysis). Network meta-analysis of trials: exercise increases bone density in people with osteoporosis or osteopenia; weight-bearing/strength and impact modalities (and combined ones) are among the most effective for slowing bone loss. 34725872

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