[The update progress of physical treatment for osteoporosis].

Treatments for osteoporosis have many varieties, and the role, characteristics of them are also different. This paper investigates from the perspective of physical therapy pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs), shock wave, and low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) therapy. Then comprehensive analysis of their mechanism of action, clinical application of new advances for more reasonable choice for clinical treatment and further trend of research are discussed. Through the research and discussions, we find out the strengths, weaknesses, and the best method of treatment in order to achieve better therapeutic effect.