Hip fractures are serious fall injuries that often result in long-term functional impairment, nursing home admission and increased mortality. As our population ages, the number of hip fractures is likely to increase.
Hip fractures can be prevented by preventing falls. Older adults can stay independent and reduce their chances of falling.
To help prevent falls, older adults can:
To lower their hip fracture risk, older adults can:
Information provided by the Control Centers for Disease Control and Prevention