Fragility fractures and prescriptions of medications for osteoporosis in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica: results from the PMR Cohort Study.

Balamrit Singh Sokhal Samantha L Hider Zoe Paskins Christian David Mallen Sara Muller

Published in: Rheumatology advances in practice (2021)

Fracture reporting is common in people with PMR. To improve fracture prevention, falls assessment and interventions need to be considered. A history of falls could help to inform prescribing decisions around medications for osteoporosis. Future research should consider both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to reducing fracture risk.

Keyphrases

postmenopausal women
bone mineral density
hip fracture
primary care
giant cell
adverse drug
physical activity
community dwelling
current status
emergency department
body composition