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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 17, 2025

4 min

What fracture involving the acetabulum is common in the elderly? Understanding the Most Frequent Types

The incidence of acetabular fractures in the elderly has increased significantly, with a high proportion resulting from low-energy trauma like a simple fall. Understanding what fracture involving the acetabulum is common in the elderly is vital for accurate diagnosis and effective management in this vulnerable population.

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Oct 17, 2025

4 min

Understanding How Does Acetabulum Change with Age?

Research using geometric morphometrics has confirmed that both sex and age significantly influence acetabular shape, affecting the hip's biomechanics. Understanding **how does acetabulum change with age** is crucial for anticipating joint health challenges, particularly the development of osteoarthritis and potential mobility issues.

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Oct 17, 2025

4 min

At what age does your pelvis fuse?: A breakdown of skeletal maturity

The human pelvis is made up of several bones that begin as separate cartilaginous structures in childhood before fusing into one solid unit during and after puberty. This complex process of fusion doesn't happen all at once, with different parts of the pelvic bone, including the sacrum and the hip bones, completing their union at varying times to fully answer the question, "At what age does your pelvis fuse?".

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