Osteoporosis prevention: Where are the barriers to improvement in French general practitioners? A qualitative study.

Background: Osteoporosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment remain suboptimal.

Objectives: We conducted a qualitative study to understand barriers towards care initiation and levers to improve awareness and management of osteoporosis among general practitioners (GPs).

Methods: Semi-structured face-to face interviews were conducted with 16 GPs in the Rhône area of France to explore their knowledge and representations regarding osteoporosis.