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What Are The Complications From Osteoporosis?
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Complications
Exercise may lead to injury. Always exercise with care. Be sure you have clear instructions on how to perform your exercises and how to use any equipment you exercise with.
Injuries from High-Impact Exercise
Competitive running or high-impact aerobics pose a high risk of a number of injuries to the bones and muscle. Injuries to knees, ankles, hips, back, shoulders, and elbows are all possible.
Preventing High-Impact Injuries. The following may be helpful for preventing injury:
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