Prime Time Alive - Osteoporosis and Exercise

Learn about osteoporosis and the crucial role of exercise in prevention and management in this 41-minute video lecture. Explore definitions, risk factors, bone mineral density testing, and common fracture sites. Discover how exercise affects bones, the importance of building healthy bones from childhood, and various levels of prevention. Gain insights into general principles of exercise for osteoporosis, including resistance, postural, balance, and aerobic exercises. Understand exercise dos and don'ts, recommended frequency and intensity, and specific exercises for posture, spine extension, balance, and leg strength. Conclude with valuable information on fall prevention and proper lifting mechanics to maintain bone health and reduce fracture risk.

Intro
Definitions
Risk Factors for Low Bone Mass
Other populations at increased risk
Bone Mineral Density During the Lifespan
Bone Mineral Density Testing
Prevalence
Common Fracture Sites
Management of Low Bone Density
How Does Exercise Affect Our Bones?
Building Healthy Bones Starts in Childhood - Adolescence
Levels of Prevention
General Principles of Exercise for Osteoporosis
Which Exercise Parameters Influence Bone Density?
Resistance Exercises are important
Postural Exercises are important
Balance Exercises are important to Reduce Fall Risk
Aerobic Exercises are important
Exercise Do's & Don'ts
How often and how intense should exercises be?
Osteoporosis Exercises for Posture
Extension Exercises for the Spine
Exercises for Balance
Exercises for Leg Strength
Fall Prevention
Lifting Mechanics