Early supported discharge for older adults admitted to hospital after orthopaedic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

In the older adult population with orthopaedic complaints, ESD can have a statistically significant impact in reducing hospital length of stay. This review identifies an insufficient existing evidence base to establish the key benefits of ESD for this population group. There is a need for further higher quality research in the area, with standardised interventions and outcome measures used.