THE EFFECT OF A 12-WEEK LOW-IMPACT EXERCISE PROGRAM IN BONE MINERAL DENSITY IN ADULT MALES AND FEMALES WITH QUADRIPLEGIC CEREBRAL PALSY
Journal Title: CITIUS ALTIUS FORTIUS - JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT - Year 2009, Vol 24, Issue 3
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of an intervention physiotherapy program in adult males and females with cerebral palsy on bone mineral density. 10 adults (7 males/3 females) with quadriplegic cerebral palsy (CP) consisted the experimental group and 10 people (7males/3 females) serving as control group took part in the study. Measurements including bone mineral density (g/cm²) assessment with DEXA absorptiometry of lumbar spine were tested before and after a 12-week physical low-impact program. Treatment provided by community trainers consisted of conscious movement control and low-impact resistance training 3 times a week. The study revealed the following: The pre-test and post-test examined variables of both groups were within normal limits. CP patients group had significantly higher levels of bone density in their lumbar spine after the intervention program compared to baseline values. The same trend was not found for the case of control group. The BMD in the selected area of the experimental group was increased about 7% compared to baseline values and this was statistically significant (p<0.05). The results support application and development of the treatment concept and highlight that physical activity at its simple status can increase BMD in CP patients. If sustained, the increases in BMD may reduce the risk of osteoporotic fracture and augments the quality of life of these people
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Kitsios A, Ziagkas E, Zaggelidis G, Lazaridis S
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