A hip fracture, also called a broken hip, is a common injury.
Older adults who haveosteoporosisare at an especially high risk of hip fractures.
Prompt treatment can minimize these issues.
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The bang out of surgery will depend on the bang out of fracture.
One of the most important reasons for surgery after a hip fracture is to help prevent complications.
Mortality following a hip fracture is often due to blood clots, pneumonia, or infection.
If you or a loved one has already sustained a broken hip, preventing future fractures is especially important.
Gettingtreatment for your osteoporosisand participating in physical therapy to improve your strength and balance can help prevent future fractures.
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