Publication
Journal of Frailty, Sarcopenia and Falls
Date Published
December 2018
Author
Setor K. Kunutsor 1,2, Sarah Leyland 3, Dawn A Skelton 4, Laura James 5, Matthew Cox 5, Nicola Gibbons 5, Julie Whitney 5, Emma M. Clark 6
Summary
Osteoporosis is one of the most common diseases to affect older people. With the aging of the population worldwide, the numbers are expected to increase. On the basis of available evidence, people with osteoporosis or osteopenia can be reassured that they can safely participate in common exercise programs whether at home or in supervised facilities and many unstructured physical activities. These findings, however, cannot be generalized to patients with additional medical problems.