CONCLUSION
Osteoporosis will continue to be a major public health issue as the population ages. Non-pharmacological and pharmacological measures have roles to play in osteoporosis management. The evidence highlights that a number of drugs can safely reduce osteoporosis risk in older patients and appropriate management will reduce the morbidity, mortality and economic costs associated with this disease. However, there is a need for further randomised controlled trials to provide more evidence for treatment in older people.