动力髋螺钉与股骨近端髓内钉内固定治疗股骨粗隆间骨折患者的疗效及安全性和关节功能对比观察

目的:比较动力髋螺钉(DHS)与股骨近端髓内钉(PFNA)内固定治疗股骨粗隆间骨折患者的疗效及安全性和关节功能。方法:选取滁州市第一人民医院于2013年3月～2018年4月期间收治的160例股骨粗隆间骨折患者,根据内固定方式的不同将患者分为DHS组(n=80,采用DHS内固定)和PFNA组(n=80,采用PFNA内固定),比较两组临床疗效,采用髋关节功能Harris评分评价所有患者关节功能恢复情况,比较两组患者术前及术后相关指标,并观察患者术后并发症发生情况。结果:PFNA组患者临床总有效率为90.00%,高于DHS组患者的68.75%(P0.05)。两组患者Harris评分的优良率比较差异无统计学意义(P0.05)。PFNA组患者手术时间、卧床时间、骨折愈合时间、切口长度均短于DHS组(P0.05),术中出血量、术后引流量均少于DHS组(P0.05)。两组患者术后并发症总发生率比较无统计学差异(P0.05)。结论:DHS与PFNA内固定治疗股骨粗隆间骨折在术后关节功能恢复、安全性方面效果相当,但与DHS内固定治疗比较,PFNA内固定治疗的临床疗效更佳,手术时间更短,出血量更少,患者术后恢复更快,是治疗股骨粗隆间骨折较理想的手术方式。     

血清NSE、LP-PLA2联合CAR对老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者PFNA内固定术后谵妄的预测价值

摘要 目的：探讨血清神经元特异性烯醇化酶（NSE）、脂蛋白相关磷脂酶A2（LP-PLA2）联合C-反应蛋白与白蛋白比值（CAR）对老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者闭合复位防旋髓内钉（PFNA）内固定术后谵妄的预测价值。方法：选择2020年4月至2023年2月北京中医药大学第三附属医院收治的209例老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者。所有患者均行PFNA内固定术治疗，术前检测血清NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR，术后根据是否发生谵妄分为谵妄组和非谵妄组。多因素Logistic回归分析术后谵妄的因素。受试者工作特征（ROC）曲线分析NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR预测术后谵妄的价值。结果：术后43例发生谵妄，发生率为20.57%。谵妄组血清NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR高于非谵妄组（P＜0.05）。多因素Logistic回归分析显示年龄偏大、手术时间过长、高NSE、高LP-PLA2、高CAR是老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者术后谵妄的危险因素（P＜0.05）。NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR预测老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者术后谵妄的曲线下面积（AUC）为0.784、0.808、0.820，联合预测的AUC 为0.907，高于单独预测。结论：老年股骨粗隆间骨折PENA术后谵妄患者血清NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR增高，高水平NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR是术后谵妄的主要危险因素。联合NSE、LP-PLA2、CAR对术后谵妄风险有较高预测价值。     

Specimen-specific modeling of hip fracture pattern and repair

Hip fracture remains a major health problem for the elderly. Clinical studies have assessed fracture risk based on bone quality in the aging population and cadaveric testing has quantified bone strength and fracture loads. Prior modeling has primarily focused on quantifying the strain distribution in bone as an indicator of fracture risk. Recent advances in the extended finite element method (XFEM) enable prediction of the initiation and propagation of cracks without requiring a priori knowledge of the crack path. Accordingly, the objectives of this study were to predict femoral fracture in specimen-specific models using the XFEM approach, to perform one-to-one comparisons of predicted and in vitro fracture patterns, and to develop a framework to assess the mechanics and load transfer in the fractured femur when it is repaired with an osteosynthesis implant. Five specimen-specific femur models were developed from in vitro experiments under a simulated stance loading condition. Predicted fracture patterns closely matched the in vitro patterns; however, predictions of fracture load differed by approximately 50% due to sensitivity to local material properties. Specimen-specific intertrochanteric fractures were induced by subjecting the femur models to a sideways fall and repaired with a contemporary implant. Under a post-surgical stance loading, model-predicted load sharing between the implant and bone across the fracture surface varied from 59%:41% to 89%:11%, underscoring the importance of considering anatomic and fracture variability in the evaluation of implants. XFEM modeling shows potential as a macro-level analysis enabling fracture investigations of clinical cohorts, including at-risk groups, and the design of robust implants.     

锁定型gamma钉与普通型gamma钉、动力髋螺钉治疗不稳定性股骨粗隆间骨折的 临床疗效比较

目的:比较锁定型γ钉(Locking Gamma Nail,LGN)、普通型γ钉(Traditional Gamma Nail,TGN)和动力髋螺钉(Dynamic Hip Screw,DHS)治疗不稳定性股骨粗隆间骨折的临床疗效和安全性。方法:选择2009年1月至2011年1月在我院分别接受锁定型γ钉(A组)、普通型γ钉(B组)和动力髋(C组)内固定治疗的随访资料完整的患者共92例。记录和比较三组患者的手术时间、术中出血量、骨折愈合时间及末次髋关节功能评分等相关数据。结果:A组、B组和C组的手术时间、术中出血比较有统计学差异(均P<0.01),但A、B组之间无明显统计学差异;A组和B组、C组的骨折愈合时间、髋关节功能评分比较差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.01),B、C组之间无明显统计学意义。结论:LGN的固定效果和生物力学性能良好,操作简便,固定牢固,整体治疗效果优于TGN和DHS,可作为临床治疗不稳定性股骨粗隆间骨折的首选。     

Towards a patient-specific estimation of intra-operative femoral fracture risk

Abstract

Total Hip Arthroplasty requires pre-surgical evaluation between un-cemented and cemented prostheses. A Patient with intra-operative periprosthetic fracture and another with a successful outcome were recruited, and their finite element models were constructed by processing CT data, assuming elastic-plastic behavior of the bone as function of the local density. To resemble the insertion of the prosthesis into the femur, a fictitious thermal dilatation is applied to the broach volume. Strain-based fracture risk factor is estimated, depicting results in terms of the total mechanical strain expressed using a simple “traffic lights” color code to provide immediate, concise, and intelligible pre-operative information to surgeons.     

下肢可调负重支具训练联合渐进性抗阻运动训练对股骨粗隆间骨折术后患者康复效果、髋关节功能和生活质量的影响

摘要 目的：探讨下肢可调负重支具训练联合渐进性抗阻运动训练在股骨粗隆间骨折术后患者中的应用效果。方法：按照随机数字表法将我院2020年3月~2021年6月间收治的93例股骨粗隆间骨折术后患者分为对照组（n=46,接受常规训练、渐进性抗阻运动训练）和研究组（n=47,接受常规训练、渐进性抗阻运动训练联合下肢可调负重支具训练）。观察并对比两组患者的临床指标、髋关节功能、疼痛情况、生活质量和并发症发生率。结果：与对照组相比,研究组的骨折愈合时间、住院天数、首次下床活动时间明显缩短（P<0.05）。干预1个月后、干预3个月后、干预6个月后,两组Harris髋关节功能评分依次升高,视觉疼痛模拟评分（VAS）依次下降（P<0.05）,干预1个月后、干预3个月后、干预6个月后,研究组Harris髋关节功能评分高于对照组,VAS评分低于对照组（P<0.05）。干预6个月后,两组简明健康调查量表（SF-36）各维度评分均升高,且研究组高于对照组（P<0.05）。两组并发症发生率组间对比,差异不显著（P>0.05）。结论：股骨粗隆间骨折术后患者采用下肢可调负重支具训练联合渐进性抗阻运动训练,可促进髋关节功能恢复,减轻疼痛症状,提高生活质量。     

Napping Reverses Increased Pain Sensitivity Due to Sleep Restriction

DesignA strictly controlled randomized crossover study with continuous polysomnography monitoring was performed.SettingLaboratory-based study.Participants11 healthy male volunteers.InterventionsVolunteers attended two three-day sessions: “sleep restriction” alone and “sleep restriction and nap”. Each session involved a baseline night of normal sleep, a night of sleep deprivation and a night of free recovery sleep. Participants were allowed to sleep only from 02:00 to 04:00 during the sleep deprivation night. During the “sleep restriction and nap” session, volunteers took two 30-minute naps, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.ConclusionsSleep restriction induces different types of hypersensitivity to pain stimuli in different body areas, consistent with multilevel mechanisms, these changes being reversed by napping. The napping restorative effect on pain thresholds result principally from effects on pain mechanisms, since it was independent of vigilance status.     

Low psoas major muscle area as a risk factor for contralateral hip fracture following intertrochanteric fracture

Objective:This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the psoas major muscle area as a risk factor and subsequent contralateral hip fractures in patients with initial intertrochanteric fractures.Methods:Of 136 treated for intertrochanteric fractures, 104 female patients had computed tomography done to assess their fractures at initial stage and had been followed up for more than 2 years. These patients were then divided into 2 groups: i.e. those who had a contralateral hip fracture (CF) (n=16) and those who did not (NF) (n=88) groups. We mainly assessed the relationship between the corrected psoas major muscle area (CPMA) at initial fracture and the occurrence of contralateral hip fracture.Results:The CF group had significantly lower CPMA than the NF group (p=0.001). There was positive correlation between the CPMA and the period from the initial to the contralateral hip fracture in the CF group. The CPMA cutoff value of 480.98 mm²/m², was showed sensitivity of 63.6% and specificity of 87.5% in receiver operating characteristic curve analysis for all patients.Conclusions:The lower CPMA was associated with the contralateral hip fracture within 2 years from initial intertrochanteric fracture. The low CPMA would be a risk factor for contralateral hip fracture.     

PFNA和DHS治疗老年性股骨粗隆间骨折的临床对照研究

目的:探讨PFNA和DHS治疗老年性股骨粗隆间骨折的临床疗效.方法:回顾分析2010年3月至2011年6月间69例行手术治疗的老年性股骨粗隆间骨折的临床资料,其中股骨近端抗旋髓内钉(PFNA)37例(PFNA组),动力髋螺钉(DHS)32例(DHS组);比较两组平均手术时间、术中出血量、术后并发症、治疗费用、骨折愈合时间和髋关节功能.结果:PFNA组平均手术时间和术中出血量均低于DHS组(P＜0.05);术后并发症差别无统计学意义(P＞ 0.05);PFNA组治疗费用高于DHS组(P＜0.05);术后随访时间11-20个月,两组病例均临床愈合,PFNA组优良率高于DHS组(P＜0.05).结论:PFNA与DHS均是治疗老年性股骨粗隆间骨折的较好材料,PFNA更符合生物学特点,具有手术创伤小、固定牢靠、恢复好的优点,但治疗费用较高,临床应用可根据患者病情和经济状况选用.     

Short-Term Outcomes of Hip Fractures in Patients Aged 90 Years Old and Over Receiving Surgical Intervention

BackgroundThe knowledge about short-term outcomes of nonagenarians undergoing surgery for hip fracture in Asian is limited.MethodsThe patients with hip fractures who underwent hip hemiarthroplasty and open reduction with internal fixation (ORIF) for management during the period from 2008 to 2012 were identified and their medical record was retrospectively reviewed.ResultsDuring the study period, a total of 101 patients underwent surgery for management of hip fractures, and the age of patients ranged from 90 to 96 years. The sites of hip fracture were intertrochanteric (n = 57, 56.4%) and the neck of the femur (n = 44, 43.6%). Most of the patients had American Society of Anesthesiologists scores of 3(n = 55) or 4 (in 44 patients). 80.2% (n = 81) underwent the operation within one day after admission; however, there were 13 patients (12.9%) that underwent surgery 48 or more hours later. ORIF and hemiarthroplasty were performed for 63 (62.4%) and 38 (37.6%) patients, respectively. Overall, the 30-day and 1-year mortality rates were 9.9% (10/101) and 17.3% (13/75), respectively. Multivariate analysis showed that the 30-day mortality was significantly associated only with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) (Odds ratio, 11.13, 95% confidence interval, 1.275–97.881, P = .029).ConclusionsThe short-term outcome of surgical management for Asian nonagenarians with hip fractures is favorable in selected patients.     

The Gait Deviation Index Is Associated with Hip Muscle Strength and Patient-Reported Outcome in Patients with Severe Hip Osteoarthritis—A Cross-Sectional Study

BackgroundThe Gait Deviation Index summarizes overall gait ‘quality’, based on kinematic data from a 3-dimensional gait analysis. However, it is unknown which clinical outcomes may affect the Gait Deviation Index in patients with primary hip osteoarthritis. The aim of this study was to investigate associations between Gait Deviation Index as a measure of gait ‘quality’ and hip muscle strength and between Gait Deviation Index and patient-reported outcomes in patients with primary hip osteoarthritis.MethodForty-seven patients (34 males), aged 61.1 ± 6.7 years, with BMI 27.3 ± 3.4 (kg/m²) and with severe primary hip osteoarthritis underwent 3-dimensional gait analysis. Mean Gait Deviation Index, pain after walking and maximal isometric hip muscle strength (flexor, extensor, and abductor) were recorded. All patients completed the ‘Physical Function Short-form of the Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (HOOS-Physical Function) and the Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score subscales for pain (HOOS-Pain) and quality-of-life (HOOS-QOL).ResultsMean Gait Deviation Index was positively associated with hip abduction strength (p<0.01, r = 0.40), hip flexion strength (p = 0.01, r = 0.37), HOOS-Physical Function (p<0.01, r = 0.41) HOOS-QOL (p<0.01, r = 0.41), and negatively associated with HOOS-Pain after walking (p<0.01, r = -0.45). Adjusting the analysis for walking speed did not affect the association.ConclusionPatients with the strongest hip abductor and hip flexor muscles had the best gait ‘quality’. Furthermore, patients with higher physical function, quality of life scores and lower pain levels demonstrated better gait ‘quality’. These findings indicate that interventions aimed at improving hip muscle strength and pain management may to a moderate degree improve the overall gait ‘quality’ in patients with primary hip OA.     

Psychometric Properties of the Autoquestionnaire Qualité De Vie Enfant Imagé (AUQEI) Applied to Children with Cerebral Palsy

BackgroundQuality of life (QL) assessments of children with incapacitating diseases, such as cerebral palsy (CP), have often been conducted with the help of the representatives of a child, making QL assessment more subjective. TheAutoquestionnaireQualité de Vie Enfant Imagé (AUQEI) is a QL assessment designed for children to self-report—it uses images to facilitate the reporting process.Objectiveevaluate the psychometric properties of AUQEI when responses are given by children with CP.FindingsChildren aged 4 to 12 years (45 with CP and 45 healthy children) gave responses to the questionnaire. The data quality, reliability and validity were assessed. The data loss rate ranged from 8.8% to 46.7%, and was highest for the “autonomy” factor. No floor or ceiling effect was detected. The success rate for reliability of the internal consistency of the items was less than 80% for the “autonomy” factor. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was 0.71 for the instrument and less than 0.5 for the factors. All the factors had a success rate of greater than 80% for the discriminating validity of the items. The factors did not have correlations between each other, thus indicating adequate discriminating validity. Convergent validity was tested and a significant correlation was demonstrated only between the AUQEI “functioning” factor and the Child Health Questionnaire—50-Item (CHQ-PF50) physical summary score (r = 0.31, p = 0.042). The AUQEI scores did not have correlations with the gross motor function scores (p>0.05) as expected for divergent validity. Regarding construct validity, the total AUQEI score obtained by the CP group was lower (median: 47.3) than that of the healthy group (median: 51.0) (p<0.01).ConclusionThe AUQEI was shown to be a reliable and valid instrument for assessing children with CP when the total score was used. Convergent validity should continue to be tested in future studies.     

SL-R柄人工股骨头置换术与股骨近端防旋髓内钉治疗老年不稳定型骨质疏松性股骨粗隆间骨折的疗效比较研究

目的:探讨股骨近端防旋髓内钉、SL-R柄人工股骨头置换术两种术式治疗老年不稳定型骨质疏松性股骨粗隆间骨折的应用效果。方法:选取2015年1月-2017年6月间于河北医科大学附属秦皇岛市第一医院行手术治疗的老年不稳定型骨质疏松性股骨粗隆间骨折患者98例,以数表法将患者随机均分为对照组(n=49)和观察组(n=49)。其中对照组采用股骨近端防旋髓内钉,观察组采用SL-R柄人工股骨头置换术。比较两组患者临床各项指标、手术前后髋关节功能评分以及术后并发症发生情况。结果:观察组手术时间、术中失血量均高于对照组,但住院时间、开始负重时间则低于对照组(P0.05)。观察组术后并发症发生率为4.08%(2/49),低于对照组的18.37%(9/49)(P0.05)。术后1个月、3个月时患者髋关节各项评分相比术前均有升高,术后3个月的各项评分高于术后1个月(P0.05);观察组术后1个月、3个月各项评分均高于对照组(P0.05)。结论:在老年不稳定型骨质疏松性股骨粗隆间骨折患者治疗过程当中,采用SL-R柄人工股骨头置换术可减少住院时间,疗效确切,无严重并发症,且可改善髋关节各项功能评分。     

老年髋部骨折合并慢性血吸虫病患者围手术期凝血功能变化的临床研究

目的:探讨合并慢性血吸虫病的老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者围手术期肝功能及凝血功能的变化。方法:2015年9月-2018年6月,我院共治疗老年股骨粗隆间骨折260例,其中合并慢性血吸虫病的患病组患者115例,未合并慢性血吸虫病的正常组患者145例,分析和比较术前术后肝功能指标、凝血功能指标的变化。结果:两组患者术前腹部腹水量(ABD),血清白蛋白(ALB),胆红素(TBIL),丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT),凝血酶原时间(PT),纤维蛋白原定量(FIB)均存在显著性差异。术后两组患者的腹部腹水量(ABD),胆红素(TBIL),丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT),凝血酶原时间(PT),活化部分凝血活酶时间(APTT)、纤维蛋白原定量(FIB)均存在显著性差异。药物调整后患病组肝功能和凝血功能显著改善。结论:与正常组相比,合并慢性血吸虫病的老年股骨粗隆间骨折患者,围手术期术前及术后肝功能、凝血功能均存在明显异常。通过术前药物治疗及围手术期的药物维持,患病组的肝功能及凝血功能指标有明显好转,但术后肝功能、凝血功能仍需要积极的进行治疗干预。同时,术后抗凝药物治疗需要谨慎。     

A Radiographic Analysis of Major Foot Deformities

Major foot deformities were analyzed using standardized radiographic drawings of the foot in weight-bearing. Specific criteria and a classification of foot deformities by radiographic analysis are presented, utilizing “lining systems” related to the main bones of the hindfoot.The radiographic appearance of the foot is described and analyzed, as are the principal deformities such as varus and valgus heel and forefoot. The prefixes “talipes” and “pes” have been used to signify congenital and acquired deformities, respectively.Specific foot deformities, including talipes equinovarus (clubfoot), pes planovalgus (flatfoot), pes cavus, and metatarsus varus, are analyzed. This method can also be applied in the radiological analysis of any foot deformity.By using this technique, a brief, concise and simplified analysis of foot deformities is available to the student, general practitioner, and specialist.     

动力髋螺钉结合转子稳定钢板治疗不稳定性股骨转子间骨折

目的：探讨应用动力髋螺钉结合转子稳定钢板治疗不稳定性股骨转子间骨折的疗效。方法：我院自2007年1月-2009年12月采用动力髋螺钉结合转子稳定钢板治疗不稳定性股骨转子间骨折共22例,统计骨折类型、手术时间、术中出血量、术后并发症、住院天数、骨折愈合及功能恢复情况,评价治疗效果。结果：平均随访16个月,所有病人骨折全部愈合,术后半年根据Harris髋关节功能评定,优良率90.9%。结论：正确的手术操作和恰当的术后康复锻炼,应用DHS结合TSP,治疗A2.2、A2.3型不稳定性骨折及外侧壁薄弱的经大转子骨折的转子间骨折,可以取得良好的治疗效果。     

Association of Empirically Derived Dietary Patterns with Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Comparison of PCA and RRR Methods

IntroductionPrincipal component analysis is used to determine dietary behaviors of a population whereas reduced rank regression is used to construct disease-related dietary patterns. This study aimed to compare both types of DP and theirs associations with cardiovascular risk factors (CVRF).ResultsWe found that CVRF-related patterns also reflect eating behaviours of the population. Comparing concordant food groups between both dietary pattern methods, a diet high in fruits, oleaginous and dried fruits, vegetables, olive oil, fats rich in omega 6 and tea and low in fried foods, lean and fatty meat, processed meat, ready meal, soft drink and beer was associated with lower prevalence of CVRF. In the opposite, a pattern characterized by high intakes of fried foods, meat, offal, beer, wine and aperitifs and spirits, and low intakes of cereals, sugar and sweets and soft drinks was associated with higher prevalence of CVRF.ConclusionIn sum, we found that a “Prudent” and “Animal protein and alcohol” patterns were both associated with CVRF and behaviourally meaningful. Moreover, the relationships of those dietary patterns with lifestyle characteristics support the theory that food choices are part of a larger pattern of healthy lifestyle.     

PFN与DHS治疗老年不稳定型股骨粗隆下骨折的疗效分析

目的：比较PFN与DHS内固定治疗老年不稳定型股骨粗隆下骨折的预后及评其疗效。方法：2002年1月至2008年1月我科共收治老年不稳定型股骨粗隆下骨折患者129例,男59例,女70例,年龄51～86岁,平均61．7岁。随机选择PFN或DHS内固定,PFN组62例,DHS组67例。比较两组的手术时间、术中出血量、术后第二天CRP值、张力侧出现骨痂时间、骨折愈合时间、Harris评分等6项指标。结果：116例获得13-48个月的随访,平均18．7月,除手术时间及Harris评分无差异外,PFN组在术中出血量、术后第二天CRP值、张力侧出现骨痂时间、骨折平均愈合时间等方面与DHS组比较有显著优势（P〈0．05）。结论：PFN内固定创伤小、术后并发症率较低,可以成为治疗老年不稳定型股骨粗隆下骨折的主要方法。     

人工股骨头置换术与股骨近端防旋髓内钉内固定治疗老年股骨转子间骨折患者的疗效比较研究

目的:探讨人工股骨头置换术(AFHR)与股骨近端防旋髓内钉(PFNA)内固定治疗老年股骨转子间骨折(IFF)患者的疗效。方法:选择2010年3月至2016年8月本院收治的老年IFF患者102例为研究对象,采用随机数字表法分为AFHR组(n=51)和PFNA组(n=51),比较两组手术一般情况(包括手术时间、术中出血量、下地活动时间、完全负重时间、术后住院时间),术前与术后第3、6、12个月采用Harris评分量表对患者进行髋关节功能评分,观察术后病死率及并发症的发生情况。结果:PFNA组手术时间、术中出血量少于AFHR组,下地活动时间、完全负重时间多于AFHR组,差异有统计学意义(P0.05),两组术后住院时间比较差异无统计学意义(P0.05)。两组患者术前、术后6个月、术后12个月Harris评分比较差异无统计学意义(P0.05),术后3个月AFHR组患者Harris评分高于PFNA组,且两组患者术后Harris评分较治疗前均升高,差异有统计学意义(P0.05)。PFNA组病死率和并发症发生率分别为0.00%和5.88%,与AFHR组的1.96%和9.80%比较,差异无统计学意义(P0.05)。结论:在老年IFF的手术治疗中,PFNA内固定具有手术时间短、术中出血量少的优势,AFHR后患者可早期进行功能锻炼,术后髋关节功能恢复快。     

Experiences of Community-Living Older Adults Receiving Integrated Care Based on the Chronic Care Model: A Qualitative Study

BackgroundIntegrated care models aim to solve the problem of fragmented and poorly coordinated care in current healthcare systems. These models aim to be patient-centered by providing continuous and coordinated care and by considering the needs and preferences of patients. The objective of this study was to evaluate the opinions and experiences of community-living older adults with regard to integrated care and support, along with the extent to which it meets their health and social needs.MethodsSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 23 older adults receiving integrated care and support through “Embrace,” an integrated care model for community-living older adults that is based on the Chronic Care Model and a population health management model. Embrace is currently fully operational in the northern region of the Netherlands. Data analysis was based on the grounded theory approach.ResultsResponses of participants concerned two focus areas: 1) Experiences with aging, with the themes “Struggling with health,” “Increasing dependency,” “Decreasing social interaction,” “Loss of control,” and “Fears;” and 2) Experiences with Embrace, with the themes “Relationship with the case manager,” “Interactions,” and “Feeling in control, safe, and secure”. The prospect of becoming dependent and losing control was a key concept in the lives of the older adults interviewed. Embrace reinforced the participants’ ability to stay in control, even if they were dependent on others. Furthermore, participants felt safe and secure, in contrast to the fears of increasing dependency within the standard care system.ConclusionThe results indicate that integrated care and support provided through Embrace met the health and social needs of older adults, who were coping with the consequences of aging.