Physical activity as measured by accelerometer in NHANES 2005 –2006 is associated with better bone density and trabecular bone score in older adults

ConclusionsOlder, but not younger, women and men with higher levels of activity had higher BMD and TBS. Benefits were noted with as little as 5 –20 min of daily physical activity. Our results suggest that physical activity is a crucial component of bone health maintenance.

Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - March 1, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research