Bone strength accrual across adolescent growth and the influences of physical activity and sedentary time

With recent advances in imaging technologies, we are acquiring a better understanding of the complex hierarchy of bone and how bone adapts its geometry, microarchitecture and ultimately, its strength to withstand the loads imposed upon it during adolescent growth. Thus, in this thesis, I examine the...

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Main Author: Gabel, Leigh Elizabeth Christine
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2017
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/61281