Which of the following statements regarding fractures in elderly individuals is false?

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23 May 2018
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28 May 2026

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Fractures are indeed more common in older adults due to bone thinning and weakness. Osteoblasts and osteocytes are involved in bone repair. However, aged bones generally have reduced blood supply, which slows down the healing process, making the statement about quick healing incorrect.

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