Functional heterogeneity and outcomes in community-dwelling women with osteoporosis, with and without a history of falls.

Highlights: [•] We compared the functional characteristics of women with osteoporosis based on their falls history and single-leg stand (SLS) performance. [•] Fallers with good SLS time showed numerically or statistically better functional outcomes than did non-fallers with poor SLS time. [•] Fallers with good SLS time showed comparable functional outcomes with non-fallers with good SLS time. [•] The results indicate an important heterogeneity within fallers and non-fallers in women with osteoporosis. [•] Fall prevention strategies may be tailored based on the individual's standing balance, physical activity level, and falls history. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]