Sedentary Lifestyle and Estimated Fracture Risk in the Elderly: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background Fractures are a major public health concern among the elderly and contribute substantially to morbidity and disability. Sedentary behavior has been proposed as a modifiable risk factor for fractures; however, evidence regarding its association with fracture risk remains inconsistent. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between a sedentary lifestyle and fracture risk among elderly individuals in a nursing home setting. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in October 2025 at Tresna Werdha Budi Mulia 2 Social Home, Jakarta. A total of 93 participants aged ≥60 years were recruited using consecutive sampling. Physical activity levels were assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), and fracture risk was evaluated using the Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX) without bone mineral density. Fracture risk was categorized as low (