EFFECT OF RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR WOMEN WITH OSTEOPOROSIS

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1594642401074

• Palavras-chave: Bodybuilding; Osteoporosis; Training with Loads; Women's Health.

• Keywords: Bodybuilding; Osteoporosis; Training with Loads; Women's Health.

• Abstract:

  Strength training is a great ally in protecting against osteoporosis, as one of its benefits is to stimulate the cells responsible for improving bone mass. With strength training we will generate new bone that the body uses to adapt to mechanical loads. Therefore, the problem of this research is: what are the benefits of resistance training in women with osteoporosis? The general objective is to identify the benefits of resistance training in women with osteoporosis and its prevention. The specific objectives are to describe osteoporosis and its main complications; conceptualize resistance training with weight and its benefits; and correlate the benefits presented by resistance training with weight in relation to women with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease that affects the bones, due to a decrease in bone mass. It causes the reduction of calcium mineral salts and proteins that form the matrix and structure of the bone. It results in poor resistance of the skeletal system to possible injuries from falls. This disease often goes unnoticed, which is why it is known as: “the silent epidemic”. The clinical manifestations of osteoporosis are: fractures in the hips, wrists and spine. To be effective, all exercise programs need to be progressive in terms of impact and intensity as fitness and strength levels improve. Programs must start at a low level that is comfortable for the patient. It would be best if an initial assessment by a properly trained individual, such as a physical therapist, could be done to give the patient a point of reference from which to begin the exercise program. It is concluded that carrying out a specific physical exercise program for women with osteoporosis and osteopenia, under the supervision of a physiotherapist, reduces pain and improves the participants' quality of life.