FLS-DB resources for patients

Stronger inside and out: mental wellbeing and broken bones from osteoporosis

This leaflet highlights the often-overlooked impact of osteoporosis on mental wellbeing. Developed by the Fracture Liaison Service Database, it offers support for those who may feel anxious, isolated, or uncertain following a diagnosis. The leaflet provides practical advice, reassurance, and signposts to trusted mental health services and organisations. It aims to help patients understand they are not alone, and that looking after emotional wellbeing is just as important as managing bone health.

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20/10/24

FFFAP resource map: Information for people who have fallen and broken a bone

In collaboration with our stakeholder group, including the Patient and Carer Panel (PCP) and the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS), the Falls and Fragility Fracture Audit Programme (FFFAP) team has produced a resource map to provide support for people who have suffered a broken bone after a fall.

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15/10/24

FLS-DB starter pack

The FLS-DB team has developed two starter packs to provide an overview of the audit. One for newly registered services or those keen to learn more about FLS-DB and another condensed leaflet, which provides a shorter overview of the audit and more tailored for patients.

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04/01/24

FLS-DB resource repository

A repository of all resources produced by the Fracture Liaison Service Database (FLS-DB) for healthcare professionals, patients and carers.

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03/05/23

Six golden rules video resource

The six golden rules resource is a short video intended to encourage patients to have follow up conversations with their GP after being recommended to take medication by mouth for osteoporosis.

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03/05/23

Strong bones after 50 - staying on treatment

If you are over 50 and have broken a bone after falling from standing height or less (known as a fragility fracture), this document is for you, your family and carers. It explains why people with fragility fractures are recommended treatment, why it is important to stay on treatment and where you can find further information.

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14/10/22

Bone health card and FLS letters

These resources aim to improve the patient experience when returning home following a fragility fracture and discussing with primary care.

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22/06/22

What should happen if you or someone you know experiences a fragility fracture?

Did you know that at least 90,000 patients in England and Wales who should have anti-osteoporosis therapy are not receiving it?

14/05/19

Strong bones after 50: Fracture liaison services explained

Strong bones after 50 is a guide that provides jargon-free information to patients and carers for supporting older people who have broken a bone following a fall.

FLS-DB resources for patients

These resources provide support on managing fragility fractures, emphasising follow-up care, osteoporosis treatment, and understanding fracture liaison services.