The study encompassed 9,700-plus women aged 65 years or older within a 15-year timeframe.
Menopause published the study.
Here are three takeaways:
1. The women who reported continuous or remote past hormone therapy developed less-pronounced kyphosis by their mid-80s compared to the nonusers.
2. Researchers concluded their findings support hormone therapy as a potential postmenopause treatment for those women who may develop fractures or posture abnormalities.
3. Further, the benefits of hormone therapy continued beyond treatment.
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