According to a research study conducted to identify the genetic determinants of fracture risk there are 15 variations in the genome that are related to the risk of suffering bone fractures, which are a major healthcare problem affecting more than 9 million persons worldwide every year. The study provides evidence against a causal effect of several proposed clinical risk factors for fractures, including diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, vitamin D, as well as others. Osteoporotic fractures represent a major health risk to older adults.34 million Americans have low bone density, putting them at increased risk for osteoporosis and broken bones. The condition leads to bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures, especially of the hip, spine and wrist. About one-quarter of those over age 50 who suffer a hip fracture die within a year of the injury. Osteoporosis-related fractures were responsible for an estimated $19 billion in health care costs in 2005, with that figure expected to increase to $25 billion by 2025.
A fracture is a broken bone. It can range from a thin crack to a complete break. Bone can fracture crosswise, lengthwise, in several places, or into many pieces. Most fractures happen when a bone is impacted by more force or pressure than it can support. Most fractures are accompanied by intense pain when the initial injury occurs. It may become worse when you move or touch the injured area. In some cases, you may even pass out from the pain. You may also feel dizzy or chilled from shock. Other potential symptoms of a fracture include a snap or grinding sound when the injury occurs, swelling, redness, and bruising in the injured area, difficulty supporting weight with the injured area and visible deformity in the injured area. In some cases, you may see broken bone poking through your skin.
Author(s) Details:
Neeraj Gill
Khalsa College of Nursing, Amritsar, Punjab, India.
Menu Sharma
Khalsa College of Nursing, Amritsar, Punjab, India.
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