Exercise Protects Bone after Stroke, or Does It? A Narrative Review of the Evidence

Physical inactivity contributes to accelerated bone loss after stroke, leading to heightened fracture risk, increased mortality, and reduced independence. This paper sought to summarise the evidence for the use of physical activity to protect bone in healthy adults and adults with stroke, and to ide...

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Main Author: Karen Borschmann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2012-01-01
Series:Stroke Research and Treatment
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/103697
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