Fragility Fractures And Outcomes in Older People [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Kareeann Khow (Principal investigator)

Brief description Falls and broken bones are costly health problems among the elderly, even more so when there is a growing older population aged over 65 years. In Australia about 1 million older people have at least one fall each year and about 40-60% will sustain major injuries including broken bones. Therefore there is a need to identify effective ways to reduce falls and improve outcomes of those who break a bone, especially of the hip.

Funding Amount $86,733.00

Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships

Notes Medical/Dental Postgraduate Scholarship