The relationship between physical performance measures, bone mineral density, falls, and the risk of peripheral fracture: a cross-sectional analysis
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Several factors, in addition to low bone mineral density (BMD), have been identified as risks for fractures, including reduced levels of physical activity, poor balance and low physical performance. The aim of this study was to evalu...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2009-08-01
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Series: | BMC Public Health |
Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/9/297 |