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Infographic: Systematic review found that following hip fracture surgery in older adults, a structured exercise program improved physical function, mobility and independence with ADLs compared to regular physical activity or no exercise.

Last month we summarised the systematic review by Bai et al 2023. The review concluded that following hip fracture surgery in older adults, a structured exercise program improved physical function, mobility and independence with ADLs compared to regular physical activity or no exercise.

Some findings are included in this infographic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bai F, Leng M, Zhang Y, Guo J, Wang Z. Effectiveness of intensive versus regular or no exercise in older adults after hip fracture surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Braz J Phys Ther. 2023 Jan-Feb;27(1):100482. doi: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100482.

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