Non-weightbearing exercise may increase lumbar spine bone mineral density in healthy postmenopausal women

S. A. Bloomfield, N. I. Williams, D. R. Lamb, R. D. Jackson

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Abstract

Seven postmenopausal women exercised regularly at moderate intensities (60-80% of maximum heart rate) for eight months on bicycle ergometers. Evaluation of bone mineral density by dual photon absorptiometry revealed a significant (P < 0.01) + 3.55 ± 1.43% (mean ± SE) increase in lumbar spine density in the exercisers compared with the 2.44 ± 0.81% decrease noted in seven sedentary controls. No significant difference in change in femoral neck density was noted between the two groups (+2.51 ± 2.10% v -0.74 ± 0.72% for exercisers and controls, respectively; P > 0.10). Dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D was similar in both groups, as was previous exposure to estrogen replacement therapy. These data provide evidence of a prospective nature that non-weightbearing exercise may be effective in reversing bone loss in healthy postmenopausal women.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)204-209
Number of pages6
JournalAmerican Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Volume72
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - 1993

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation

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