Adherence
Physical inactivity (abstaining from vigorous activity) is the second largest modifiable risk factor for hip fracture burden, accounting for 5.5% of DALYs lost.
Engage in vigorous physical activity regularly. This study identifies physical inactivity as a major contributor to hip fracture risk. While specific exercise prescriptions are not detailed here, the association is strong enough to warrant prioritizing vigorous activity as a primary prevention strategy for hip health.
followed by physical inactivity (5.5%, 2.1–8.5)
Why this rating
Large pooled analysis with robust statistical adjustment.
Source
Burden of hip fracture using disability-adjusted life-years: a pooled analysis of prospective cohorts in the CHANCES consortium
Nikos Papadimitriou et al. · The Lancet Public Health · 2017
DOI 10.1016/s2468-2667(17)30046-4
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