TURKISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, vol.45, no.4, pp.827-832, 2015 (SCI-Expanded)
Background/aim: Physical activity plays a key role in increasing and preserving bone mineral density (BMD). Effects on bone development associated with various nonweight-bearing sporting activities, such as swimming, are controversial. Different strokes used in swimming may also present as another factor. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of swimming and type of stroke on BMD in competitive adolescent athletes.