Hip fractures can be particularly
debilitating to the elderly. Many elderly people develop numerous health
complications as they try to recover from a hip fracture. Most often, hip fractures in the elderly are caused by a fall and result in fractures that are near the hip joint.This type of fracture is called either a femoral neck fracture or an intertrochanteric hip fracture.
Unfortunately, both of these
fractures require surgical treatment in order to preserve independence
and freedom of movement, with the least chance of potential problems. Rehabilitation
will play an important role in your recovery.
