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Author Saxon, Leanne

Title The role of exercise in the development of bone strength during growth / by Leanne Saxon
Published [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified], 2002

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Description xiii, 209 leaves : illustrations ; 30 cm
Summary Exercise during growth may increase peak bone mass; this may be achieved by participating in moderate impact exercise that includes ̃400 impact per class and multi-directional movements. Furthermore, the pre-pubertal years appear to be the most opportune time for exercise to enhance bone mass, bone size and bone strength
Notes Submitted to the School of Health Sciences of the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, Deakin University
Thesis (Ph.D.)--Deakin University, Victoria, 2002
Bibliography Bibliography: leaves 188-209
Subject Osteoporosis -- Prevention.
Bones -- Anatomy.
Exercise -- Physiological aspects.
Exercise for children -- Physiological aspects.
Genre/Form Academic theses.
Author Deakin University. Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Deakin University. School of Health Sciences