ArticleThe Journal of international medical research2020
Effects of different living conditions on the risk of osteoporosis in Chinese community-dwelling elderly: a 3-year cohort study.
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- Community-embedded follow-up management intervention for geriatric primary care: a mixed-methods study of an integrated health services model.BMC health services research · 2024Trial
- Examining the Health-Related Needs of Females during Menopause: A Systematic Review Study.Journal of menopausal medicine · 2023Review
- Discovery of potential biomarkers for osteoporosis using LC/GC-MS metabolomic methods.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2023Article
- Physical fitness and its correlation with handgrip strength in active community-dwelling older adults.Scientific reports · 2022Article
- Living alone decreased calcaneus ultrasoundFrontiers in public health · 2022Article
- Effectiveness of Physical Activity and Finger Millet-Based Food Supplement on Biochemical Parameters and Bone Mineral Density among Premenopausal Women.Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM · 2021Article
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Abstract
objectiveOsteoporosis can lead to bone fragility and an increased risk of bone fracture with resultant high morbidity and mortality. Living alone has been associated with various mental and physical health problems. However, the risk of osteoporosis among individuals with different living conditions and changing living conditions is unclear. We examined the risk of osteoporosis in different living conditions over a 3-year period in community-dwelling suburban elderly Chinese.
methodsThis study involved 288 elderly Chinese suburb-dwelling participants with no documented history of osteoporosis. All were aged ≥60 years (mean, 65.6±3.75 years; 157 men). A quantitative ultrasound scan of the calcaneus with a T score of <-2.5 was used to identify a high risk of osteoporosis.
resultsIn total, 54.2% of participants were determined to have a high risk of osteoporosis (male, 51.6%; female, 57.3%). People who had always lived alone had a significantly higher risk of osteoporosis, even after adjusting for potential confounders. A change from living alone to living with others had no significant impact on the risk of osteoporosis.
conclusionOur results indicate that living alone is associated with a high risk of osteoporosis. Thus, people who live alone may need regular bone tests to avoid adverse events.
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