A network meta-analysis of the effects of different aerobic exercise prescriptions on bone density in osteoporosis patients - PubMed
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- #Osteoporosis
- #Bone Density
- #Aerobic Exercise
- Network meta-analysis compared aerobic exercise prescriptions for bone mineral density (BMD) in osteoporosis patients.
- High-intensity aerobic exercise ranked highest for improving BMD, followed by medium-to-high intensity progressive loads.
- Optimal duration was 24 weeks, with 12 weeks and 48+ weeks being less effective.
- Single sessions of 30-59 minutes were most effective, superior to 60+ minutes.
- Frequency of 4-5 times per week was best, outperforming 2-3 and 6-7 times weekly.
- Study included 27 RCTs with 2,183 participants, following PRISMA guidelines.