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Look here for links to research studies, exercises, advice, healthcare professionals, equipment, diets, videos, books,  websites, etc.

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Websites with more information about bone density and osteoporosis:           
Osteoporosis Institute
Betterbones
Melioguide
 Dr. Lani Simpson 
Blog posts about bone density
KatySays - a blog with advice from a biomechanist
  This blog post mentions the importance of exercise with the right posture and alignment in fighting osteoporosis 



Local healthcare and exercise resources (Chicago West Suburbs)

Bolingbrook Pharmacy and Martin Ave. Pharmacy - compound prescriptions for bio-identical hormone treatment
​Fort Hill Activity Center - weight training, cardio, etc. - personal training
Dr. Perry Cammisa at Ultimate ChiroCare - Center for BStrong4LIfe system  for bone density and full range of chiropractic care. See the Naperville Community Television NCTV-17 interview with Dr. Cammisa. The segment about bone density starts at about 6 minutes 11 seconds into the interview.
Dr. Carrie Skony and Dr. Quoc Giang at Physical Medicine Associates - Powerplate exercises for bone density and full range of chiropractic care


Research on the effects of Tai Chi on bone density
Berkeley Wellness article shows mixed results of Tai Chi
Science Daily article suggests benefits of Tai Chi and green tea on bone density
A 2012 scientific study confirmed benefits of Tai Chi and green tea on bone density
Research on rowing as a way to build bone density in  the lower spine
Indoor rowing for bone health.
Study comparing experienced and novice college rowers regarding gains in bone density.

Research on the effectiveness of exercise and bone density;

About the  BStrong4Life system of exercise with safe loading of multiple times one's body weight:
Abstracts of multiple studies

Articles about the detriments of sitting too long:
Article by Mayo Clinic
Huffington Post article
Chair exercises for the office:


Research on sleep and its importance for athletes (this can also apply to building bone density)

Article about sleep and athletes 
Article about sleep and exercise
Article about sleep and leg cramps

Research on physical activity and bone density
Physical activity and bone: may the force be with you shows effects of high impact activities for young & old
Does running build bone density? Article from Runners World
Study shows jumping increased bone density in women 25-50
Long-distance running without enough calories can lead to bone loss - Article from Web MD
A study giving general guidelines for using exercise to build bone density  
About hormone changes that affect bone density
Here is an online resource with information about hormonal changes in menopause:
It's called the Menopause Map
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