Exercise
Heavy resistance training may improve bone mineral density in older women with low bone mass
Women with low bone mass who have been through menopause could benefit from heavy resistance training, says a small study published in Osteoporosis International. Continue reading
Reduced muscle strength may predict functional decline in women with lupus – latest research
Keeping tabs on changes in muscle strength could be a useful way of forecasting declines in physical function in women with systemic lupus erythematosus and therefore taking action sooner, says research in Arthritis Care & Research.
Experts from the University of California looked at if reduced muscle strength in the arms and legs could be used to predict functional outcomes in 146 women with lupus. Continue reading
High-intensity training can alleviate pain for people with inflammatory arthritis – latest research
People experiencing high levels of pain due to arthritis could find relief by taking part in high-intensity training, says a small study published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology. Continue reading
Lack of activity increases risk of lower back pain – new findings
People with low levels of physical activity could be putting themselves at risk of back pain, according to a new study in Arthritis Research & Therapy.
Although we know that physical inactivity is associated with many chronic musculoskeletal complaints, little research has looked at its associations with spinal structures. And research on the link between physical activity and low back pain has had conflicting results. Continue reading
Aerobic exercise reduces lower back pain and improves function – analysis of research
Every year almost half of adults in the UK report lower back pain lasting for at least 24 hours, costing the NHS in excess of a staggering £1 billion on back pain related costs. And it’s very hard to treat. So experts looked at eight studies involving a total of 310 people with chronic lower back pain to assess the impact of aerobic exercise and report their findings in the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Continue reading
