It is estimated that in the UK over 3 million people suffer from osteoporosis. Osteoporosis costs the NHS and the government approximately £1.7 billion each year or nearly £5 million each day. Weight bearing bone exercise has been shown to be an effective method in osteoporosis prevention.
Bone exercise is any form of daily physical activity that includes jumping, hopping, or leaping. With the Newtest Bone Exercise Monitor™, you can keep track of your daily exercise, including everyday physical activity. It shows you the percentage of the required bone exercise you have completed during the day and keeps your exercise motivation high. You can also see the weekly results.