[Practices and strategies for the prevention of falls in the osteoporotic elderly]

Clin Calcium. 2004 Mar;14(3):378-83.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Among seniors with osteoporosis, falls can cause devastating injuries such as hip fractures even with only weak impacts. We have begun a combined medical examination and educational program for exercise to prevent injurious falls. To make fall prevention practices more widespread, we hold one-day simplified fall prevention program and instruction courses for practitioners.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Accidental Falls / prevention & control*
  • Aged
  • Exercise*
  • Humans
  • Osteoporosis / complications*