Preventing falls and fractures by optimizing medications in nursing homes
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether carefully reviewing and adjusting medications in a skilled nursing facility can help prevent future fractures and injuries in older adults who were recently hospitalized for a broken bone.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 or older
- You broke a bone and were in the hospital for it
- You moved to a skilled nursing facility after the hospital
- Your medical team will review and adjust your medicines to help prevent future injuries
- The broken bone was not in your face, fingers, toes, or skull (other types of fractures generally qualify)
Quick eligibility check
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