Overhead lifts, quad jumps, double Salchows and sit spins—the artistry of figure skating is awe inspiring, but these moves also require extreme athleticism, which can take a toll on the body's bones and joints.
Jun 29, 2017
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Bone mineral density, an indicator of bone strength, typically increases with regular exercise, acting as a protective mechanism against bone fractures and osteoporosis. But a new study suggests that the extended, high-intensity ...
Apr 25, 2017
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Bones adapt to increasing volumes of exercise, becoming larger and stronger in a very short period of time, a study led by Nottingham Trent University sports scientists suggests.
Apr 13, 2017
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Vibration machines have popped up in gyms alongside traditional equipment, and manufacturers claim ten minutes of vibration a day can be equivalent to an hour spent working out. Standing on a rapidly shaking platform will, ...
Apr 5, 2017
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(HealthDay)—Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is an independent predictor of bone strength at the tibia and radius in adolescents, according to a study published online March 23 in the Journal of Bone and Mineral ...
Apr 4, 2017
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Inactive teens have weaker bones than those who are physically active, according to a new study.
Mar 22, 2017
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A type of drug used to treat weak bones is associated with an increased risk of 'micro-cracks' in bone, according to new research.
Mar 3, 2017
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Osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease, is a genetic disorder that causes bones to break easily. Severe cases of the disease can result in hundreds of fractures during a person's lifetime or even death. ...
Jan 30, 2017
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Osteoporosis is preventable and treatable, but only a small proportion of people at risk for fractures are evaluated and treated, according to new osteoporosis guidelines written by an expert panel headed by Loyola Medicine ...
Nov 28, 2016
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Because of their low weight and premature birth, very low birth weight (VLBW) pre-term infants have lower bone mineral mass and a greater need for bone nutrients compared to most new-born infants. This places them at greater ...
Jul 7, 2016
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