Broken Wrist After 50: Ask About a Fracture Liaison Service
Menopause & HormonesArticleDiscuss future bone health alongside the care for your treated fracture.
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If another fall now feels frightening, bring that concern to your care discussion.
Is fracture healing the whole plan?
NHS1 guidance says people over 50 with a broken arm or wrist can ask their GP about a local fracture liaison service. Its purpose includes preventing further fractures.1
Does the break prove osteoporosis?
The Royal Berkshire service assesses people after low-impact fractures. Blood tests may be proposed; some patients receive a bone-density scan. Assessment guides an individual plan. These are that service’s arrangements, not automatic eligibility or tests everywhere.2
What should I ask?
Try: “Is there a fracture liaison service for my area? Does my injury fit its referral criteria, and who arranges the assessment?” Tell the team which bone broke, how it happened and relevant health history.12
My Body Changed. Now What? includes a Visit Brief. Use it to organize the questions you want to ask. See the book.
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Sources
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- NHS, 2026Broken arm or wrist (opens in a new tab)abcd
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation TrustFracture Liaison Service (opens in a new tab)ab
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