Hip fracture clues: It's not just muscle loss, but balance that matters

NCT ID NCT07443046

First seen Mar 04, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study looked at 79 older adults who had hip fractures after a low-energy fall, like tripping. Researchers used CT scans to measure specific muscles around the hip, not just overall muscle loss. They wanted to see if the balance between these muscles was linked to the type of hip fracture. The goal is to better understand how muscle health affects fracture patterns, which could help improve prevention and recovery strategies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara Bilkent City Hospital

    Ankara, Çankaya, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)

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