NRC Handelsblad, 11 February 2002
Antibreukbroek (Anti-fracture shorts) by Renske Schriemer
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Osteoporosis Foundation
"The new Hip Protector recently launched on the market absorbs a great amount of the impact caused by a fall. There is a great deal of global interest in this Dutch patented product, which is unique in that it absorbs no less than 60% of the shock impact and also offers excellent wearing comfort."
British Medical Journal
"If hip protectors were to be issued in all nursing homes and their use be promoted actively, the number of hip fractures could be reduced by 40%. This is the conclusion of a scientist at the University of Hamburg in the British Medical Journal based on a survey amongst almost 1000 senior citizens".
Groningen Rheumatics Association
"Shorts that break a fall are nothing new. Some resemble the Lyds Hip Protector, but with a hard protective layer around the hips. They are not machine washable, either. The Lyds Hip Protector is cheaper than other products. The Consumer and Safety Association is happy with the new Lyds Hip protector, since it has the ability to prevent many broken hips ".
Projectgroep V3B2 hogeschool Alkmaar
[V3B2 Project Group Alkmaar College], 20 June 2002: "We have opted for the Lyds Hip Protector. The hip protector is made of skin-friendly material. It does not irritate the skin and follows the contours of the body. The hip protector can also be worn at night."
Osteoporoses Foundation
"The new Hip Protector that was recently introduced onto the market offers tremendous shock absorbing qualities in the event of a fall. Worldwide there is great interest in the product which has been patented for the Netherlands. With its 60% shock absorption and practical wearing aspects it is unique ".
European Community Report: "Any bone can break if put under sufficient pressure. However, if the impact is reduced, breakage may be prevented. Hip protectors have been developed to limit the effects of the impact and to offer protection to a person falling from a standing position. Studies have shown the hip protectors to be useful ".
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