Journal article
The Effects of Walking or Nordic Walking in Adults 50 Years and Older at Elevated Risk of Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Abstract
Walking is a common activity among older adults. However, the effects of walking on health-related outcomes in people with low bone mineral density (BMD) are unknown. The authors included randomized controlled trials comparing walking to control in individuals aged ≥50 years with low BMD and at risk of fractures. The authors identified 13 randomized controlled trials: nine multicomponent interventions including walking, one that was walking …
Authors
Rodrigues IB; Ponzano M; Butt DA; Bartley J; Bardai Z; Ashe MC; Chilibeck PD; Thabane L; Wark JD; Stapleton J
Journal
Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, Vol. 29, No. 5, pp. 886–899
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Publication Date
October 1, 2021
DOI
10.1123/japa.2020-0262
ISSN
1063-8652