24th July 2023

An 83-year-old lady has suffered a femoral fracture after falling from a standing height in the garden.

An 83-year-old lady has suffered a femoral fracture after falling from a standing height in the garden. 6 weeks later, postoperatively, she is recovering with occupational therapy and physiotherapy input.

Analgesia is well optimised. FRAX® score determined she was at a very high risk of a major osteoporotic fracture in the next 10 years.

What is the next best step in her management of preventing future fractures?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.