Ageism in Studies on the Management of Osteoporosis

ConclusionThese data show a distinct difference between the mean age of participants in studies of the management of osteoporosis and the mean age of those presenting with hip fractures. Given that osteoporosis is the leading cause of hip fractures, this finding could have a significant effect on future studies in this area. It would follow that future research should include a cohort of an age that is more reflective of those most likely to experience the adverse effects of osteoporosis.
Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society - Category: Geriatrics Authors: Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research