Osteoporosis Articles A-Z
As this eMedTV article explains, osteoporosis is a disease in which bone is lost faster than it is replaced. It often results in brittle bones that are easily fractured. This part of the eMedTV library provides a general overview of osteoporosis.
As this eMedTV article explains, weight-bearing exercise (such as walking) improves bone health, so it is an important part of any osteoporosis prevention or treatment program. This article looks at the link between osteoporosis and exercise.
In this eMedTV article, you will learn how weight-bearing exercises (such as jogging and lifting weights) can be helpful in preventing and treating osteoporosis. This part of the eMedTV library provides specific examples of osteoporosis exercises.