The staff at NCHPAD encourages all readers to use our resources and enjoy an active summer!
This issue features information on bone health and osteoporosis, including more information on osteoporosis as a secondary health condition, nutrition for good bone health, fall prevention tips, and related resources. Dr. Rimmer discusses the benefits of using the Exerstrider to reduce shoulder pain in manual wheelchair users.
We also review research on the benefits of resistance training for persons with multiple sclerosis, a book on physical activities for improving children's learning and behavior, and the new NCHPAD video clips on retrofitting an accessible whitewater rafting park.
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