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Physical Therapist Management of Patients With Suspected or Confirmed Osteoporosis: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy (CPG+)

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Date: Friday, April 1, 2022

Overview

This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations on exercises that impact bone mineral density in individuals with osteoporosis.

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Resource Details

Date: April 1, 2022
Contact:  practice@apta.org
Content Type:  CPG

Symptoms & Conditions

Osteoporosis

Patient Age

80 and over (80+), Middle Aged (45-64), Aged (65+)

Author(s)

Hartley GW, Roach KE, Nithman RW, et al; Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy

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