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    • Physical activity, osteoporosis, and fracture risk : long-term associations in a general population 

      Morseth, Bente (Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2011-11-04)
      Osteoporosis and related fractures are a major health problem among elderly people, and Norway has reportedly one of the highest fracture rates in the world. Many factors contribute to osteoporosis and fractures. One highly relevant protective factor is physical activity, which is a major mechanical determinant of the properties of the skeleton. Physical activity may postpone the age-related bone ...