Osteoporosis represents an important issue for men with a growing burden for public health system. About 40% of new osteoporotic fractures occur in men with more severe consequences in comparison with women. Indeed, disability and mortality as results from hip fractures are significantly higher in men than those reported in women, due to a higher comorbidity burden in male population. An adequate assessment of these patients has to include the evaluation of physical performance (muscle strength, coordination, agility, and balance) and personal and environmental risk factors. Physical activity, in association with pharmacological approach and nutrition, is a cornerstone as a strategy of primary and secondary prevention for fragility fractures. Rehabilitation plan after fragility fracture based on targeted exercises is mandatory for a full physical recovery and a better functional outcome.
Principles of Rehabilitation in Male Osteoporosis
Iolascon, Giovanni;Paoletta, Marco;Moretti, Antimo;Gimigliano, Francesca
2020
Abstract
Osteoporosis represents an important issue for men with a growing burden for public health system. About 40% of new osteoporotic fractures occur in men with more severe consequences in comparison with women. Indeed, disability and mortality as results from hip fractures are significantly higher in men than those reported in women, due to a higher comorbidity burden in male population. An adequate assessment of these patients has to include the evaluation of physical performance (muscle strength, coordination, agility, and balance) and personal and environmental risk factors. Physical activity, in association with pharmacological approach and nutrition, is a cornerstone as a strategy of primary and secondary prevention for fragility fractures. Rehabilitation plan after fragility fracture based on targeted exercises is mandatory for a full physical recovery and a better functional outcome.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.