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March 19, 2026Physiotherapy Research International

Changes in Distal Radius Fracture Incidence Across COVID‐19 Lockdown Phases: A Nationwide Population‐Based Study of 62,731 Cases in Israel

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MHMahmod HasanYBYaron BerkovichYYYaniv Yonai

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Overview

Nationwide population-based study shows changes in distal radius fracture rates during lockdown, indicating need for targeted prevention strategies.

Key Points

  • This research aims to investigate how the incidence of distal radius fractures changed during COVID-19 lockdown phases.
  • Analyzed data from a nationwide database containing 62,731 cases of distal radius fractures in Israel.
  • Compared fracture incidence during strict lockdowns and the subsequent rebound period.
  • Evaluated the impact of behavioral changes and deconditioning on fracture rates.
  • Observed a significant decline in distal radius fractures during strict lockdowns.
  • Noted a rebound in fractures that exceeded pre-lockdown levels post-lockdown.
  • Identified the need for rehabilitation and fall-prevention strategies during restricted mobility.

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Hasan et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb92be496e729e62980533https://doi.org/10.1002/pri.70194
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