So, what can be done to prevent fragility fractures?

The fragility fracture working group made a number of recommendations, which have also been spoken about in the House.

A regional fragility fractures and bone health implementation group is being established to do that.

Fragility fractures of ribs are also common in men.

Fragility fractures are associated with substantial disability, pain, reduced quality of life and death.

Ms Boyle also raised the fragility fractures liaison service in the west.

The care of fragility fractures is very expensive.

"There is a need to include all fragility fractures in this, especially those treated on an out-patient basis."

At least 1.5 million "fragility fractures" occur annually in the United States.

In this blog Alistair talks about fragility fractures and the association with dementia.

Typical fragility fractures occur in the vertebral column, rib, hip and wrist.

There is no doubt that preventing the development of osteoporosis with early detection and treatment will reduce the number of fragility fractures here.

As my colleague Michelle Gildernew said earlier, medicines can be taken to prevent fragility fractures.

The reduced bone density and weakness caused by osteoporosis can and does lead to a higher risk of fragility fractures.

During my employment in the Northern Trust, I witnessed the impact of fragility fractures and their devastating effect on the patient.

Therefore, preventing or minimising the effects of osteoporosis will be instrumental in reducing the number of fragility fractures.

Given its influence in the risk of fragility fracture, osteoporosis may significantly affect life expectancy and quality of life.

In January 2011, the Journal published a special issue entitled "A guide to improving the care of patients with fragility fractures."

As well as the use of medication, the prevention of falls is a key method of tackling fragility fractures.

The fragility fractures and bone health group is taking forward the recommendations of the 2009 report, with the intention of ensuring that they are all fulfilled.

Osteoporotic fractures occur in situations where healthy people would not normally break a bone; they are therefore regarded as fragility fractures.

It is, therefore, crucial that more people with osteoporosis be supported to reduce the risk of fragility fractures and helped to manage their conditions safely at home.

Fragility fractures of ribs can occur due to diseased bone structure, e.g. osteoporosis and metastatic deposits.

Fragility fracture is a type of pathologic fracture that occurs as result of normal activities, such as a fall from standing height or less.

A fragility fracture can cause significant pain and distress and can affect a person's confidence and ability to live independently in their own home and community.