Epidemiology of fractures

The epidemiology of fractures studies how often, where, and why broken bones happen in populations. Factors like age, gender, lifestyle, and health influence fracture risk. For example, children and young adults often fracture due to sports or accidents, while older adults, especially women with osteoporosis, are more prone to fractures from falls. Common fracture sites include the wrist, ankle, hip, and arm. Understanding these patterns helps healthcare providers develop prevention strategies and improve care to reduce fracture incidence and improve recovery outcomes.