Fracture incidence rates in Norwegian children, The Troms ø Study, Fit Futures

ConclusionsThe overall incidence of fractures in childhood in Northern Norway corresponds with other reports from Scandinavia, although the proportion of fractures in girls is higher than in other studies. Both sexes seem especially vulnerable at stages related to sexual maturation. Whether this reflects bone vulnerability or other changes related to puberty requires further investigation.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research