Comprehensive Risk Assessment and Prevention Plan of Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia for the Elderly Participating in Community-based Long-term Care Services

All residents underwent screening using the Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX) and Mobile dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) (Horizon Wi, Hologic Inc., Bedford, MA). Our study nurses actively assisted osteoporosis treatment if indicated.

Sarcopenia assessment adhered to the 2019 Consensus Update on Sarcopenia Diagnosis and Treatment by the Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia guideline. Following screening, individuals identified with sarcopenia underwent tailored interventions involving exercise and nutrition as deemed necessary.

TheraBand (resistance band) was utilized as the exercise tool within the community. T

Nutrition Nutritional education programs aim to increase protein food serving and the choice of those with insufficient dietary intake. Protein supplement was added if indicated.

We collected drug information of the elderly. Detailed and real-time prescription drug information was retrieved from the National Health Insurance PharmaCloud System. A pharmaceutical care team performed patient-centered drug review and discussion every three to six months.