Hip fractures

Hip fractures occur predominantly in older people. The risk increases significantly with age.

Associated most commonly with low-energy injury (e.g., fall from standing height) and osteoporosis or osteopenia.

Treatment is most commonly surgical. The choice of implant depends on the fracture pattern and the surgeon's preference.

A hip fracture is generally considered to be any fracture of the femur distal to the femoral head and proximal to a level a few centimeters below the lesser trochanter.