MedBlog

Practical steps to prevent fall-related fractures this winter

Learn how to prevent falls as you age with expert tips on strength, home safety, bone health, and winter weather risks from UT Southwestern orthopedic specialists.

Kelechi Okoroha, M.D.

December 16, 2025

Why hip fractures require immediate treatment

UT Southwestern discusses the risks of delaying hip fracture treatment after a fall, especially for the elderly.

January 31, 2022

After the fall: RESTORE bone health and prevent future hip fractures in seniors

More than 95 percent of hip fractures in seniors are caused by falling. RESTORE, UT Southwestern's new hip fracture and fall prevention program, reduces time-to-surgery by 50 percent and gives seniors tools to avoid future fractures.

February 9, 2021

Medical therapy for fragility fractures improves patient mobility, reduces recurrence

A national movement is underway to form comprehensive bone fragility programs such as ours at UT Southwestern. Expert providers can pinpoint and medically treat the underlying causes of fragility fractures, returning more patients to mobility and reducing recurrent fractures.

Ashoke Sathy, M.D. / Alexandra Callan, M.D.

February 13, 2018