A New Physiotherapy Service in Primary Prevention of Osteoporotic Fractures: Bridging The Gap To Excellent Care
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2019
To start a formalized Osteoporosis Physiotherapy program for fall prevention and improved function. Formalized services improve patient engagement and address unmet care needs.
Year Submitted: 2019
Published Date: 31 December 2019
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Care Continuum, Value Based Care, Safe Care, Preventive Care, Patient Education
About this Content
Aims
To start a formalized Osteoporosis Physiotherapy program for fall prevention and improved function.
Background
Lack of standardized care for osteopenia and osteoporosis patients led to ad-hoc interventions.
Methods
Developed a consolidated physiotherapy program with weekly 8-week sessions, and monitored patient outcomes.
Results
Enrolled 43 patients, 27 completed the program; demonstrated improved fall prevention and functional outcomes.
Conclusion
Formalized services improve patient engagement and address unmet care needs.
Lessons Learnt
Consistent service reviews enhance patient-centric care.
Keywords
Physiotherapy, Osteoporosis, Preventive Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Orthopaedics, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Yiu Xin Yi |
Project Member(s) | Lim Kian Chong |
Connect with this contributor!
Yiu Xin Yi - xin_yi_yiu@nuhs.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C101_NTFGH_QM_2019_A_New_Physiotherapy_Service_in_Primary_Prevention_of_Osteoporotic_Fractures.pdf