Fall Risk Assessment Analysis in Individuals with Osteoporosis using Smart Phone Sensor Technology

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to assess fall risks as measured by gait and postural parameters obtained by smart sensor with osteoporotic fallers comparing individuals:

  1. With fracture vs. no fracture
  2. upper extremity vs. lower extremity fracture
  3. Non-hip vs. hip fracture

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adult patients with osteoporosis with and without a fragility fracture
  • Independently ambulating and living in their own home

Exclusion Criteria:

  • No pathological fracture (for eg, secondary to cancer metastases)
  • No major comorbidities such as dementia, visual problems

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Krupa Doshi, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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