Living alone following a hip fracture may elevate the risk of dying, stated new research.
Hip Fracture | Fracture of the Hip - Causes Symptoms Risks Treatment
Hip fracture is a break in the upper part of thigh bone (femur) near to the hip joint. Hip fracture symptoms, causes and treatment are highlighted in this article.
Hip fracture is a break in the upper part of thigh bone (femur) near to the hip joint. Hip fracture symptoms, causes and treatment are highlighted in this article.
‘Individuals face a higher risk of dying following hip fractures.’
During 12.8 years of follow-up in 12,770 men and 22,067 women with hip fractures at ages 50 to 79 years, higher rates of death were seen in both men and women living alone versus those living with a partner (a 37% higher risk in men and a 23% higher risk in women).
Source-Eurekalert
Decreased Hip Fracture Risk Linked to Lifestyle Factors
Lifestyle factors have an impact on bone health. Fewer hip fractures may be linked to reductions in smoking, and heavy drinking, finds a new study.
Lifestyle factors have an impact on bone health. Fewer hip fractures may be linked to reductions in smoking, and heavy drinking, finds a new study.
Chances of Walking After Hip Fracture Increased By Using Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficient senior citizens do not have a better chance of walking after hip fracture surgery.
Vitamin D deficient senior citizens do not have a better chance of walking after hip fracture surgery.
Hip Fracture Surgery: Link Between Therapy Time and Length of Stay Identified
The rate of recovery and a patient's length of stay at nursing and rehabilitation facilities are linked to a patient's mobility and their ability to provide self-care when they are discharged following hip fracture surgery, stated new study.
The rate of recovery and a patient's length of stay at nursing and rehabilitation facilities are linked to a patient's mobility and their ability to provide self-care when they are discharged following hip fracture surgery, stated new study.
