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.
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.
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.
Vertebral Fracture Training Program
2011
- Healthcare professionals
International Osteoporosis Foundation
Help patients receive effective treatment and prevent subsequent fracture through recognition and reporting of vertebral fractures.
This Program provides comprehensive resources to facilitate the understanding and teaching of osteoporotic spinal fractures for interested radiologists, clinicians and healthcare professionals.
Fracture Liaison Services Toolbox
2020
- Healthcare professionals
Asia Pacific Bone Academy
Facilitate the implementation of coordinated, multi-disciplinary models of care for secondary fracture prevention.
The FLS Toolbox has templates designed to help healthcare providers develop a business case for FLS implementation, including an FLS Benefits Calculator which calculates the financial savings that could be achieved by implementing FLS at national/local level. It also includes useful resources for the running of training workshops.