New research found survival rates after a broken hip in older adults are less than those of cancer. At least 30% of older ...

Resection arthroplasty can treat the hip pain while simultaneously avoiding ... dislocation and periprosthetic fracture. Very elderly patients are especially likely to suffer a decline in quality ...

Objectives: To determine evidence-based best practices for elderly hip fracture patients from the time of hospital admission to 6 months postfracture. Data Sources: MEDLINE, Cochrane Library ...

Prudent' dietary choices in a person's 60s was linked to a slightly lower risk of bone fractures and heart disease mortality ...

A retrospective cohort study aimed to clarify the association between the number of teeth and the incidence of hip fractures.

with hip fractures carrying especially serious health risks, including disability and mortality in the elderly. Pathological changes in bone ⦁ Healthy bones continuously undergo a process of ...

When used with the companion app, the smart belt automatically alerts caregivers when a fall or impact is detected.

Over 300,000 people 65 and older get hospitalized for hip fractures per year. More than 95% of hip fractures are caused by falling. The belt comes in three sizes, depending on your waist size.

The FDA previously granted the Tango Belt "breakthrough device designation" in 2023, making it eligible for expedited review ...

Structured Weight Loss Protects Lumbar and Hip Bone Density in Postmenopausal Women Older women with overweight or obesity ...

The study concluded that hypocalcemia significantly contributed to greater total blood loss and higher blood transfusion requirements in elderly patients undergoing hip fracture surgery, highlighting ...