Yoga might be an alternative training for the quality of life and balance in postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Eur J Phys Rehabil Med
; 46(1): 69-72, 2010 Mar.
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| ID: mdl-20332729
AIM: Osteoporotic vertebra and hip fractures are major causes of dysfunction, disability, mortality and impaired life quality in the ageing population. In the postmenopausal period, exercises prevent rapid bone loss and increase muscle strength, mobility and flexibility thereby decreasing the risk of falls and fractures. Yoga exercises, which have been an inseparable part of Eastern culture for hundreds of years, are now being used in the field of osteoporosis rehabilitation. Yoga has a positive effect on balance, posture, flexibility, and life quality resulting from its effects on balance, stretching, relaxation and strengthening. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of yoga exercises in postmenopausal osteoporotic women on balance and life quality and to compare the results with a classic osteoporosis exercise program. METHODS: Twenty-six postmenopausal osteoporotic women over 55 years of age were included in the study. A neuromuscular test battery and the QUALEFFO as a life quality index were used for the assessment of balance and life quality, respectively. RESULTS: The results showed that yoga education has a positive effect on pain, physical functions, social functions, general CONCLUSION: In conclusion, yoga appears to be an alternative physical activity for the rehabilitation of osteoporotic subjects.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Osteoporosis
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Calidad de Vida
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Yoga
Tipo de estudio:
Clinical_trials
Aspecto:
Patient_preference
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Eur J Phys Rehabil Med
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA FISICA
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REABILITACAO
Año:
2010
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Turquía
Pais de publicación:
Italia