With an appropriate diet and adequate intake of calcium, as well as plenty of exercise – outdoors if possible – the onset of osteoporosis can be prevented.

Strong back muscles are important for a good posture, for mobility and for balance. This helps prevent falls and fractures of the spine.

Bones are also strengthened by sport. Scientists at Cambridge University found in a clinical study that so-called "high impact" sports are particularly suitable. In these types of sport, high forces act on our bones. These impacts appear to have a positive effect on bone strength and density. Although sports such as swimming and walking have favourable effects on our cardiovascular system and help us lose weight, it is the degree of stress that is crucial for the health of our bones.

CAUTION!

High impact sports are not suitable for patients who already have osteoporosis or elderly patients with low bone density, because their risk of fractures through the high stresses or falls is too high.

High-Impact sports are:step aerobics, jogging, tennis, badminton, squash, volleyball, basketball, football, hockey etc.