Adjustment experience of men with a osteoporotic vertebral fracture
Research type
Research Study
Full title
The adjustment experiences of men who have a vertebral fracture due to osteoporosis: a qualitative study
IRAS ID
157363
Contact name
Candy McCabe
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of the West of England
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 6 months, 1 days
Research summary
This is a qualitative study interviewing men with osteoporosis who have sustained a vertebral fracture. This study aims to describe and understand the impact that vertebral fractures can have on men’s Health Related Quality of Life and daily life. It is hoped that this information will enable the provision of more supportive health care for these men and to further inform the assessment and management of these patients. The study will take place at the researcher's place of work - The Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases in Bath.
REC name
South East Scotland REC 01
REC reference
15/SS/0138
Date of REC Opinion
18 Aug 2015
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion