Improving bone health and healing in aging Veterans
BCCMA: Foundational Research to Act Upon and Resist Conditions Unfavorable to Bone (FRACTURE CURB): A stitch in time saves nine!
This study is looking at new ways to help older Veterans prevent osteoporosis and heal better from bone fractures by using a hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH), with the hope of keeping them active and pain-free.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10950303 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new methods to prevent osteoporosis and enhance bone healing in aging Veterans. By utilizing pre-clinical models, the study aims to explore how parathyroid hormone (PTH) can be used to promote bone formation and improve recovery from fractures. The collaborative effort involves a team of VA investigators who will assess the effects of various diseases and treatments on bone health, aiming to create innovative strategies for early detection and treatment of bone-related issues. The ultimate goal is to help Veterans maintain mobility and reduce pain associated with musculoskeletal conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are aging Veterans who are at risk for osteoporosis or have experienced bone fractures.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those without risk factors for osteoporosis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved bone health and faster recovery from fractures for aging Veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using PTH for bone health, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in treatment.
Where this research is happening
Decatur, UNITED STATES
- Veterans Health Administration — Decatur, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weitzmann, Mervyn Neale — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Weitzmann, Mervyn Neale
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.