Accumulating Fragility Fractures Associate with Worsening Physical Capability and Self-Rated Health in Postmenopausal Women: A 20-Year Cohort Study
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5334/paah.547 | Journal eISSN: 2515-2270
Language: English
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Submitted on: Jan 31, 2026
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