Effects of exercise on bone density and falls risk factors in post-menopausal women with osteopenia: A randomised controlled trial

Abstract

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the efficacy of an exercise program for post-menopausal women with osteopenia undertaken in community exercise facilities. Design: Randomised, single-blind controlled trial. Methods: Thirty-nine community volunteers with hip osteopenia and not taking bone-enhancing medication were randomly allocated to an exercise (EX) or control (CON) group. EX participants attended an exercise facility in Melbourne, Australia, three times/week for 52 weeks (with a 2 week break) for partially supervised exercises targeting hip bone strength, muscle strength and balance. They also performed daily jumping exercises at home. CON participants continued with their usual ..