Preventing fractures in elderly people.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Preventing fractures in elderly people is a priority, especially as it has been predicted that in 20 years almost a quarter of people in Europe will be aged over 65. This article describes the factors contributing to fracture, interventions to prevent fracture, and the various treatments.
Medical subject headings
- Fractures, Bone