HIP FRACTURE

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IN ELDERLY
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HIP FRACTURE IN ELDERLY

 very common

 for every 10 hip fractures,

about nine occur in people
over the age of 60
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 Elderly people are at a high risk for falling, which can lead to hip fractures

 The risk factors for suffering a broken hip are numerous, including:
 Osteoporosis -bones to become weaker, making them more susceptible to fracture.

 Gender - women lose bone density more quickly due to a decrease in estrogen in
menopause

 Nutrition - poor nutrition in childhood increases hip-fracture risk

 Tobacco and alcohol use - smoking and drinking too much can lead to bone loss

 Medications - taking four or more medications at a time or taking any psychoactive

medications are risk factors for falling

 Home environment

 Medical condition – Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid disorders

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

 Inability to move immediately after a fall

 Severe pain in your hip or groin

 Stiffness, bruising and swelling in and around your hip area

 Shorter leg on the side of your injured hip

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TREATMENT

 Type of surgery you have generally depends on the location and

severity of the fracture, whether the broken bones aren't
properly aligned (displaced fracture), and your age and
underlying health conditions
 Internal repair using screws - inserted into the bone to hold it together
while the fracture heals

 Partial hip replacement - remove the head and neck of the femur and
install a metal replacement

 Total hip replacement - upper femur and the socket in your pelvic bone are
replaced with prostheses
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HIP FRACTURE PREVENTION

 Homes, rehabilitation centers, and nursing homes all need to be fall-proofed

 Lighting should not be too dim or too direct, and light switches should be
accessible

 Bathrooms should have a chair for bathing or skid-resistant mats, grab bars
should be placed where needed and the toilet seat needs to be tall enough for
easy transferring
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HIP FRACTURE PREVENTION

 Chairs need to be stable (without wheels) and have arm rests

 Kitchen items that are frequently used should be at waist level or on low
shelves, a rubber mat should be placed in front of the sink and non-slip wax
should be used on the floor

 Stairways need handrails and steps should not be slippery

 regular eye-checkups; wear sensible, hard-soled flat shoes; and be mindful of

medication's side effects