Fractures in Elderly Americans Associated With Walking Leashed Dogs

Pirruccio, Kevin; Yoon, Yeo Myoung; Ahn, Jaimo

doi:10.1001/jamasurg.2019.0061

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“…However, some other factors can also be considered for the risk of fractures. Moderate levels of activity, including walking, can be associated with a lower risk of hip fracture and leashed dog walking was suggested to be related with increased fractures [ 32 , 33 ]. Finally, it should be approached with caution when interpreting and applying our results clinically, and well-designed clinical trials are required to compensate for these limitations in the future.…”

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Effects of changes in regular physical activity status on hip fracture: A nationwide population-based cohort study in Korea

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Objective Hip fracture incidence is increasing with rapid aging of the population and regular physical activity (RPA) is an important modifiable protective factor for fracture. However, the association between the risk of hip fractures and changes in RPA status in the general population remains unknown. Thus, we explore the association between the risk of hip fracture and changes in RPA status. Methods We studied 4,984,144 individuals without fractures within a year whose data were registered in the Korean National Health Insurance Service database. Baseline physical activity level was assessed using a standardized self-reported questionnaire during two consecutive national health screening surveys performed in Korea from 2009 to 2012. The risk of hip fracture between 2013 and 2016 according to change in RPA was prospectively analyzed. Participants were divided into those who were always inactive, became inactive, became active, and were always active. Results Compared to participants who were always inactive, those who became inactive exhibited a 0.12/1,000 person-years (PY) reduction in hip fracture incidence rate (IR) [aHR: 0.865; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.824–0.908]. Participants who became active, and those who were always active, exhibited a 0.24/1,000 PY reduction in IR (aHR: 0.827; 95% CI: 0.787–0.870) and a 0.39/1,000 PY reduction in IR (aHR: 0.691; 95% CI: 0.646–0.740), respectively. Conclusion Changes in RPA status were associated with the risk of hip fracture; consistent RPA was related to the maximum benefit for risk reduction in the general population.

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Effects of changes in regular physical activity status on hip fracture: A nationwide population-based cohort study in Korea

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“…The higher predicted probability of a high severity bite in older adults compared to adults in the current study is notable. In the older adult population, an association between fractures and walking dogs on leashes has recently been reported [53]. It is likely that situations leading to dog walkers suffering from fractures are the result of behavioural and/or obedience issues with the animal in question.…”

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Insights about the Epidemiology of Dog Bites in a Canadian City Using a Dog Aggression Scale and Administrative Data

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Dog bites are a public health concern that also implicates animal welfare, with negative outcomes such as rehoming or euthanasia for the animals responsible. Previous research has shown that the severity of dog-bite injuries reflects multiple factors, including the degree of inhibition exhibited by dogs and how people behave towards dogs. This study utilizes an objective dog bite injury assessment tool: The Dunbar aggression scale. Trained officers employed by The City of Calgary systematically use the Dunbar scale whenever investigating dog-bite complaints. We analyzed The City of Calgary’s administrative data on confirmed dog-bite injuries in people, 2012–2017, with a multivariable generalized ordered logistic regression model. Severe dog-bite injuries occurred more frequently in the family home than in any other setting. Young children, youths and older adults were at higher risk of more serious bites than adults. There has been a decreasing trend in the probability of a high or medium severity bite, and an increasing trend in the probability of a low severity bite since 2012. These results indicate that greater public awareness regarding dog-bite injuries is needed. Consideration should be given to campaigns targeted towards different demographics, including older adults, to provide an understanding of dog behaviour and to emphasize the need to supervise children closely in the presence of all dogs at all times, including family dogs in the home environment. Given that dog-bite injuries are not just a public health issue, but also an animal welfare issue, we endorse One Health responses in educational campaigns, policy development, and professional practice.

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“…Various reliable, reproducible epidemiologic studies on injury-related ED visits have been published using this database. 10,11 Specific information pertaining to collection methodologies and quality control precautions are available on the CPSC webpage. 12 In this study we queried each yearly sample in the NEISS database between 2005-2019, both inclusive, for injuries classified as associated with the sport of wrestling (Product Code: 1,270 -"Wrestling (activity/apparel/equipment)").…”

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Rising Trends in Wrestling-associated Injuries in Females Presenting to US Emergency Departments

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Introduction: Wrestling is one of the fastest-growing sports among females in the United States (US). However, female wrestling injuries remain poorly characterized. In this study we describe historical and projected national estimates of female wrestling injuries, and compare injury characteristics with those of male wrestlers. Methods: We queried the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) database (2005-2019) to compare national weighted estimates and injury characteristics of male vs female wrestlers presenting to US emergency departments (ED) and projected annual female wrestling injuries expected by 2030. Results: Our analyses demonstrated a significant (P < 0.001) increase in female wrestling injuries

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Fractures in Elderly Americans Associated With Walking Leashed Dogs

Cited by 22 publications

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Effects of changes in regular physical activity status on hip fracture: A nationwide population-based cohort study in Korea

Effects of changes in regular physical activity status on hip fracture: A nationwide population-based cohort study in Korea

Insights about the Epidemiology of Dog Bites in a Canadian City Using a Dog Aggression Scale and Administrative Data

Rising Trends in Wrestling-associated Injuries in Females Presenting to US Emergency Departments

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