Family/caregiver influence on osteoporosis management for older people: an integrative review
Authors' conclusion
Family caregivers of older people with osteoporosis have unique needs and require support and resources, especially after their loved one experiences a hip fracture.
Study context
- Population
- Family/caregivers of older people with osteoporosis
- Outcome
- Family/caregiver influence on osteoporosis management for older people
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Family/caregiver influence on osteoporosis management
- Caregivers tend to overprotect persons with hip fracture by limiting mobilization, impeding recovery
- Caregivers at risk of their own fragility fractures due to demands of caregiving role
- Risks of poor bone health in caregivers
- Caregivers experience significant burden; facilitators identified
- Literature on the topic is sparse
Original publication
Family/caregiver influence on osteoporosis management for older people: an integrative review. Osteoporos Int. Published 15 April 2024. doi:10.
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