Broken Hip in Older Adults

Older women who break a hip maybe five times more likely to die within a year than their healthy-hipped peers. The risk lies in the forced immobility caused by a hip fracture.

A broken hip, hip injury or hip replacement in the elderly can be very painful and problematic. Both occupational therapy and physical therapy services will likely be necessary to reduce pain, maximize mobility and improve quality of life.

Frequently asked questions about hip replacement, also known as arthroplasty. Learn what caregivers can expect; Who should have hip replacement? How long is hospitalization? What about recovery time?

Learn what hip replacement surgery involves and what you can do to aid in hip replacement recovery and rehabilitation.