title: Bone mass, muscle function and fracture of the proximal femur.
abstract: The epidemiology and pathogenesis of hip fractures are reviewed. There is evidence that physical inactivity and concomitant muscle weakness are important determinants of the risk of hip fracture.
authors.affiliation: Rheumatology Unit, Bristol Royal Infirmary.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Cooper
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D015519:Bone Density / Q000502:physiology*; D005260:Female; D005264:Femoral Fractures / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009132:Muscles / Q000502:physiology*; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000503:physiopathology; D010807:Physical Endurance; D010809:Physical Fitness; D012307:Risk Factors; D006113:United Kingdom