Objective To compare the effectiveness of single, multiple, and multifactorial interventions to
prevent falls and fall‐related fractures in community‐dwelling older persons. Methods …

Background At least one‐third of community‐dwelling people over 65 years of age fall each
year. Exercises that target balance, gait and muscle strength have been found to prevent …

Background Osteoporosis and related fragility fractures are a global public health problem in
which pharmaceutical agents targeting bone mineral density (BMD) are the first line of …

Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disorder that is characterized by low bone mass and micro-
architectural deterioration of bone tissue. Fractures of the proximal femur, the vertebrae and …

Osteoporosis is an age-related disease, characterised by low bone mineral density (BMD)
and compromised bone geometry and microarchitecture, leading to reduced bone strength …

Objective To investigate the effect of whole-body vibration exercise (WBV) on fracture risk in
adults≥ 50 years of age. Design A systematic review and meta-analysis calculating relative …

Background There is strong research evidence for falls prevention among older people in
the community setting, although most is from Western countries. Differences between …

Falls represent a major public health problem in older people, predominantly due to the
resulting injuries which lead to progressive disability, immobilization and resulting …

Background: Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) were conducted to identify the effectiveness
of whole-body vibration (WBV) on strength, power, and muscular endurance in older adults …

Osteoporosis or decreased bone mineral density (BMD) is the most important risk factor for
fractures, especially in older postmenopausal women (PMW). However, the interactions …