Each year about one-third of all people age 65 and older will fall. Preventing falls is important for older people and anyone with osteoporosis. If you have osteoporosis, you are more like to break a bone from a fall, especially in your hip, spine or wrist. A broken bone is also called a fracture. Most hip fractures are associated with osteoporosis and the majority of hip broken bones in older people happen after a fall. Broken bones can limit your ability to lead an active, independent and pain free life.
