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Effects of High Intensity Multi-Modal Exercise Training on Bone Density and Functional Performance in Postmenopausal Women
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating High Intensity Exercises and General Exercises for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis and Postmenopausal Osteopenia. Completed, enrolled 58 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
in Pakistan 9.9 million people are osteoporotic and 7.2 million amongst them are women. Globally after every 3 seconds there is occurrence of fragility fracture.In Pakistan females carries different risk factors based on distinct culture, environment, diet and lifestyle. So there is dire need to conduct more high quality clinical trials at National level in order to establish strong evidence in favor of low cost but highly effective exercise protocols for such a significant public health issue.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Supervised High intensity Progressive Resistance Training, High intensity weightbearing/Impact exercises and High challenging Balance Training will be given. 2 times/week for 40-50minutes session progressively over the duration of 8 months.
Supervised general fitness exercises including general body stretches, treadmill walking, mild to moderate intensity progressive resistance training \& balance exercises will be given. 2 times/week for 40-50minutes session progressively over the duration of 8 months