Abstract
Background:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) appears to be associated with low bone mineral density (BMD) due to long-term use of corticosteroids as a
result patients with COPD are at risk for osteoporosis-related fractures and worsening pulmonary function.
Objective:
The present study aimed to measure the effects of treadmill walking exercises on bone mineral status in patients with COPD.
Methods:
Sixty patients with moderate COPD of both sexes, their age ranged from 45 to 58 years. Subjects were divided into two equal groups: training group (group
A) received aerobic exercise training on treadmill for six months, where the second group (B) was considered as a control group who received no exercise training. The
program consisted of three sessions per week for six months.
Results:
The results of this study indicated a significant increase in BMD of the lumbar spine & the radius and serum calcium & significant reduction in parathyroid
hormone in group (A), while these changes were not significant in group (B).Also; there was a significant difference between both groups at the end of the study.
Conclusion:
Treadmill walking exercise training is an effective treatment policy to improve bone mineral status in patients with COPD.
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Article Type: Original Article
EUR J GEN MED, Volume 13, Issue 3, July 2016, 51-54
https://doi.org/10.29333/ejgm/81906
Publication date: 06 Aug 2016
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