Hip Fracture Overview

Hip-Fracture

You can stop the hip at any age, but the vast majority of hip fractures occur in people older than 65 years. As you get older, the bones slowly lose minerals and become less dense. The gradual loss of density weakens bones and makes them more prone to hip fracture.

A hip fracture is a serious injury, especially if they are older, and complications can be fatal. Fortunately, surgery to repair a hip fracture is usually very effective, although recovery often requires a great deal of time and patience.