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The morbidity from osteoporotic fractures for people with a disability is
considerable because of the increased risk of medical complications, loss of
independence and mobility, and prolonged hospitalization. The frequency with
which low bone mineral density occurs in people with a disability is now well
recognized, and professionals have a greater awareness of the need to investigate
bone mineral density levels with a view to preventing fragility fractures. After
patients with osteoporosis are identified, the challenge is to treat them
appropriately. This article reviews the physical and pharmacologic measures that
have been researched in the prevention and treatment of low bone mineral density
in people with a disability.
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