Broken bones, broken spirits: new study tracks mental health after falls
NCT ID NCT06724484
First seen May 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at how often older adults feel anxious or depressed after breaking a bone and having surgery. Researchers used a simple questionnaire to measure these feelings in 40 patients during their hospital stay and one month later. The goal was to understand how common these mental health challenges are, so doctors can better support recovery.
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Academic Geriatric Medicine, University of Southampton
Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom
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