Management of hospitalised osteoporotic vertebral fractures

ConclusionClinical care pathways for the hospitalised VFF population lack standardisation in Ireland. Key challenges reported by orthopaedic doctors and physiotherapists relate to pain management, osteoporosis medication prescription, clarity on indications for bracing and a lack of fracture liaison services. Clinical guidelines, defined clinical care pathways and high-quality clinical research trials are required for VFF management.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research