OSTEOPOROTIC FRACTURES

This study tested a titanium implant called SPHEREPLAST in 37 people with spine fractures caused by osteoporosis or injury. The implant is placed during a procedure called balloon kyphoplasty to stabilize the broken bone and help it heal. Researchers looked at pain levels, disabi…

This study tested a portable ultrasound device to measure bone thickness and porosity in 50 adults over 50 years old. The goal was to see if this radiation-free method could help identify people at risk for osteoporotic fractures as accurately as standard X-ray scans. The approac…

This pilot study tested a virtual program designed to help older men at high risk for fractures reduce their risk of falls and broken bones. The program included personalized exercise plans delivered through a smartphone app and virtual nutrition counseling. Researchers enrolled …

This study tested whether a procedure called vertebroplasty (injecting cement into a broken spine bone) relieves pain better than a sham (fake) procedure in people with osteoporosis. 52 adults aged 50 and older with recent spine fractures took part. The main goal was to measure p…

This study tested a 12-week pole walking program for older adults living in retirement communities. The goal was to see if the program was practical and could improve physical activity, balance, strength, and quality of life while reducing fear of falling. 53 residents took part,…

This study looked at nearly 20,000 adults with asthma to see if long-term use of inhaled or oral steroids increases the risk of osteoporosis (weak bones) and other metabolic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. Researchers compared people who took higher total doses of…