Preventing fractures in elderly people

摘要

Prevention of fractures includes reducing the number of falls, reducing the trauma associated with falls, and maximising bone strength at all ages Pharmacological treatment is most clinically effective and cost effective when targeted at those who are at highest risk Previous fracture and low bone density are strong risk factors for future fracture, and those at highest risk can be identified by combining these with other risk factors Reasons for previous falls and unsteadiness in aged patients should be investigated Treatment of concomitant conditions should be optimised.