title: [Space flight/bedrest immobilization and Bone. Exercise training for osteoporosis].
abstract: Osteoporosis is one of the main diseases of the locomotive syndrome. Exercise therapy is a basic approach for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, and is effective for increasing bone mineral density and preventing fall. Single foothold standing with the eyes open for one minute and squatting by "rokotore" are recommended as exercises that are easy for elderly people. Strengthening of back muscles is also useful for prevention of round back due to osteoporosis. We suggest that improved outcomes may be achieved by combining some of these exercises.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Technology, Niigata University of Health and Welfare/Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Niigata University and Dental Hospital, Japan.
authors.forename: Mayumi
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Sakuma
authors.forename: Naoto
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Endo
mesh_terms: D015519:Bone Density; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000378:metabolism*; D015444:Exercise / Q000502:physiology*; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000378:metabolism; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000628:therapy*