Education Directory
A curated collection of materials from the
Asia-Pacific region supporting education on osteoporosis and fracture prevention for a range of audiences
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The Urgent Need for Treatment in High-Risk Patients
2018
- Healthcare professionals
Asia Pacific Bone Academy
Become more expert in the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis.
Prof. Peter Ebeling’s (Australia) conference slides provide education on those most at risk of a fragility fracture and an update on the latest data on osteoporosis treatments for this patient group.
My Hip Fracture Care Guide: Information and individual care plan
2019
- Healthcare professionals
- Patients
Australian and New Zealand Hip Fracture Registry
Help patients receive effective treatment and prevent subsequent fractures.
This guide for patients, families and carers contains important information about recovering after a hip fracture. It also contains an individualised care plan which can be used to assist the patient’s transition from hospital care.
Strong, Steady and Straight: Physical Activity and Exercise for Osteoporosis; Quick guide: summary
2019
- Healthcare professionals
Royal Osteoporosis Society, UK
Physical activity and exercise has an important role in the management of osteoporosis
A quick guide on physical activity and exercise to promote bone strength, reduce falls risk and manage symptoms (e.g. back pain).
Demystifying ageing: Lifting the burden of fragility fractures and osteoporosis in the Asia-Pacific
2017
- Healthcare professionals
- Policy makers
- Hospital administrators
The Economist Intelligence Unit
Health systems need to do more to respond to rising numbers of fracture and osteoporosis prevalence driven by ageing.
This study looks at the challenge fragility fractures and osteoporosis pose and how health systems are responding in eight Asia-Pacific economies: Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand.
FFN Policy Toolkit
2020
- Healthcare professionals
- Policy makers
Fragility Fracture Network
Formation of national alliances between relevant professional associations to persuade politicians and promote best practice among colleagues.
This toolkit is designed to support colleagues to advocate for the policy changes and outlines five components of successful policy engagement. These are supported by a set of practical resources.
The Osteoporosis Management Journey: Initiation, Transition and Long-Term Treatment
2020
- Healthcare professionals
Asia Pacific Bone Academy
Become more expert in fracture risk categorisation and individualised management of osteoporosis.
Video lecture by Prof. Felicia Cosman (USA) on an individualised approach through the various stages and options for osteoporosis treatment.
Osteoporosis Essentials
2020
- Healthcare professionals
International Osteoporosis Foundation
International Society of Clinical Densitometry
Become more expert in the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis.
The Osteoporosis Essentials Course covers the latest knowledge on densitometry, diagnosis and management of osteoporosis, with separate tracks for Clinicians and Technologists. Become a participant or an organiser of the course.
Making the Best of FLS – Key Performance Indicators Webinar
2020
- Healthcare professionals
- Policy makers
International Osteoporosis Foundation
KPIs measure secondary fracture prevention effectiveness at the patient level
Webinar and slides by Prof. Kassim Javaid and Prof. Serge Ferrari to understand and implement the KPIs to drive quality improvement for FLSs so they deliver the full potential of secondary fracture prevention
Fractures in Older Adults (Primary Care Physician Education Toolkit)
2020
- Healthcare professionals
APFFA
Fractures impose a tremendous global burden but primary care physicians are well-positioned to identify and manage patients at risk of fracture.
A comprehensive toolkit to educate primary care physicians to recognise those most at risk of fractures and implement practical strategies for secondary prevention.
The Burden of Fractures in Older Adults (Primary Care Physician Education Toolkit)
2020
- Healthcare professionals
APFFA
Fractures impose a tremendous global burden but primary care physicians are well-positioned to identify and manage patients at risk of fracture.
A comprehensive toolkit to educate primary care physicians on the burden of fractures and consider practical ways to aid the identification, assessment and ongoing management of those at risk of fractures.