Exercise Considerations For OA Flashcards
1
Q
Decreased bone mineral density
A
Osteoporosis
2
Q
T score values
A
Normal= -1 or higher
Osteopenia: -1 to -2.4
Osteoporosis: -2.5 or less
3
Q
Z score values
A
Low density: -2 or less
WNL: -1.9 or higher
4
Q
Recommendations for OP patients
A
- Adequate Calcium and Vitamin D
- Regular WB exercises
- Fall prevention
- Stop drankiin and smokin
5
Q
FOR OP, avoid exercise that involves
A
Twisting and flexing spine
6
Q
What kind of exercise should these patients be doing
A
WB and resistance training
7
Q
Frequency of exercise for OP pts.
A
WB 3-5x a week
Resistance training 2-3x a week
8
Q
Intensity of exercis
A
Mod-high
75-80% RM
