Publications

Our research team has a long history of publishing research on osteoporosis,  fractures, and fracture prevention in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Read more about our long-term care focused research here.

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Fracture Prevention Toolkit Resources

Osteoporosis and related fractures in Canada: Report from the Canadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System 2020 
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Osteoporosis and Related Fractures in Canada 
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Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Resources for Family Councils
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Recommendations for Preventing Fracture in Long-Term Care
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Fracture Prevention Guidelines Presentation (ENG)
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Fracture Prevention Guidelines Presentation (FR)
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Talk Sheet: Accessing information on osteoporosis and fracture prevention
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CMAJ Publication on Preventing Fractures in LTC
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Fracture Risk Scale Resources

Fracture Risk Scale Manual Calculation Tool
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LTC Fracture Prevention Quick Reference Guide (ENG)
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LTC Fracture Prevention Quick Reference Guide (FR)
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Fracture Risk Factors for LTC Residents
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Calcium & Vit D Resources

Exercise Resources

Bone Health Protection Strategies – Best Practices
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Osteoporosis Canada – Exercise for Healthy Bones
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Osteoporosis Canada – General Guidelines for Physical Activity
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Osteoporosis Canada – Guidelines for Safe Movement
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Build Better Bones – International Osteoporosis Foundation
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Multifactorial Interventions Resources

CMAJ Publication on Preventing Fractures in LTC
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STOPP/START criteria for potentially inappropriate prescribing in older people: V2
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Falls and Related Injuries in Long-Term Care
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RNAO Best Practice Guidelines: Preventing Falls and Reducing Injury 
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American Geriatrics Society – Beer Criteria
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Hip Protectors Resources

Fracture Prevention Guidelines Presentation (ENG)
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Hip Protectors Guidance Card 
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Fracture Risk Factors for LTC Residents
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LOOP Hip Protector Presentation
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CADTH Hip Protectors: Clinical Effectiveness 
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Buying and Care Instructions for a Hip Protector: What You Need to Know
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Pharmacological Therapy Resources

Renal Function in Elderly Long-Term Care Home Residents
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Intensity of Warfarin Therapy and Use of Interacting Medications in Long-Term Care
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Osteoporosis management among residents living in long-term care
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STOPP/START criteria for potentially inappropriate prescribing in older people: V2
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Safe Administration OP Therapy
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Networks & Partnerships

We cannot improve the lives of older adults living with frailty alone. We partner with the best around the province to create effective change.