According to a meta-analysis published in Osteoporosis International, men are slightly more likely than women to experience fall-related fractures.

A meta-analysis published in Osteoporosis International found that men have a slightly higher risk of fractures from falls than women. The study involved 46 prospective cohorts with over 900,000 participants and concluded that previous falls should be considered in fracture risk assessment tools like the FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment) Tool, which is commonly used to predict fracture risk over the next decade.

March 16, 2024
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