Hip Fractures (Handschumacher-Online)

Course overview

Hip fractures in older adults are most often a result of low energy trauma. Osteoporosis, impaired balance, poor vision, and hazardous living environments all contribute to injury. Hip fracture unfortunately contributes to increased risk of mortality within one year, often for systemic or other illness. Fracture can be preventable in some cases; in others appropriate initial and post operative management can not only restore mobility but prolong life. Rehabilitation therapists play a key role in all phases from prevention to long term rehabilitation. This course will review modifiable risk factors, describe ideal care plan management based on most recent practice guidelines, and challenge therapists to view their roles in extending lives.