Abstract
Author(s): Muayad Kadhim Rashid
Poor bone mineral density is associated with aging. However, menopause in females promote decline in overall bone mineral density and hence lead to the higher risk of bone fracture. Strength training is considered as effective non pharmacological intervention in this regard. To assess the effect of resistance training on bone mineral density in post-menopausal women with osteoporosis. Total 30 female participants were recruited in this study. 15 females were included in strength training group (Group 2) and remaining 15 in control groups (Group 1). 15 women in resistance training group completed total nine months’ sessions of strength training as it was scheduled for at least 3 times a week. Dietary intake and blood hormonal profile were measured before and at the end of the strength training session. BMD of spine, distal wrist and femoral neck were also examined before and after the strength training. We did not observe any significant difference in hormonal profile before and after strength training in group 2. Bone mineral density of distal wrist and femoral neck in group 2 were not statistically significant in strength training group when compared with control group. However, spine BMD was improved and observed significant in resistance training group. We can conclude that resistance training is useful non pharmacological intervention for the post-menopausal women with osteoporosis. As bone mineral density declines after menopause in women so current strength training modality may be helpful in the overall bone health of women with menopause.