Osteoporosis - exercise - bone mineral density - bone markers - postural stability

Introduction: Intervention strategies in osteoporosis are based on a combination of pharmacological agents, nutrition and a suitable physical activity. The aim of this study was to compare the influence of movement activity on bone density in women after the menopause with osteoporosis and to determine the influence a specific exercise for postural stability. Conclusions: BMD in the L1-L4 area and colli femoris increased in all monitored groups. The change was caused by application of nonspecific and specific pharmacological treatment. A significant effect of exercise applied in the course of one year on the level of bone mineralization was not confirmed. Effect of repeated exercise units focused on postural stability did not manifest in the sizes of the COP sway in a bipedal stance.