Risk Factors
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease, condition, or injury. Risk factors include:
- Decreased muscle mass
- Osteoporosis (common in women after menopause and in older less active people)
- Any condition that increases the risk of falls such as poor muscle control or poor balance
- Participation in certain sports, such as basketball, football, soccer, and skiing
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