Fall Risk Increased With Poor Sleep Quality and Daytime Sleepiness
Recurrent fall risk in the elderly is affected by daytime sleepiness and poor quality of sleep regardless of sedative use.
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Alendronate Lowers Risk of Hip Fracture in Older Patients
Among elderly patients using medium to high doses of prednisolone, alendronate treatment was associated with a significantly lower risk of hip fracture.
Major Hip Fracture Risk Higher in Patients With Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a major risk factor for hip fracture, as well as mortality after hip fracture.
Knee Instability Increases Risk of Falls in Older Patients
Those who experience knee buckling are at increased risk of recurrent falls.
Validity of Automated Falls Detection Device Unclear
Poor concordance for falls recorded by investigational device, falls reported by nursing staff.
High Dose of Vitamin D Tied to Higher Risk of Falls in Elderly
No benefit on lower extremity function and increased risk of falls for higher monthly doses.
Intervention Cuts Potentially Inappropriate Medications in Seniors
Intervention also effective for reducing proton pump inhibitor prescribing.
Life Expectancy Increases Seen Worldwide
Data from 188 countries show average life expectancy is now about 71 years.
CDC Determines Prevalence Of Osteoporosis In Older Adults
Prevalence of osteoporosis 16.2% in adults aged 65 years and older; higher among women
Simply Walking And Gardening Can Boost Seniors’ Health
Researchers suggest 300 minutes weekly of activities such as walking or gardening.
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