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how long is rehab for a broken hip

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However, most patients will spend at least 4 to 6 weeks in intensive rehabilitation therapy to get back on their feet after a hip fracture. In some cases, healing and rehabilitation may take several months – generally 3 to 6 if partial or total joint replacement has been performed.Jun 12, 2015

How do you rehab a broken hip?

weight-bearing exercises – where your feet and legs support your weight, such as walking. non-weight-bearing exercises – where your feet and legs do not support your weight, such as swimming or cycling. treadmill exercises – such as walking at different speeds and inclines.

How long does an elderly person live after breaking a hip?

One in three adults aged 50 and over dies within 12 months of suffering a hip fracture. Older adults have a five-to-eight times higher risk of dying within the first three months of a hip fracture compared to those without a hip fracture. This increased risk of death remains for almost ten years.Jun 4, 2018

How long are you in hospital with a broken hip?

The aim is to help you regain your mobility and independence so you can return home as soon as possible. How long you'll need to stay in hospital will depend on your condition and mobility. It may be possible to be discharged after around 1 week, but most people need to stay in hospital for around 2 weeks.

Can elderly walk after hip fracture?

Conclusion: Walking recovery after hip fracture surgery was very poor at 3 to 6 months after hip fracture surgery. Based on our findings, older adults living in a long care facility should be provided their medical and functional needs through professional health-care providers and systematic health delivery systems.Jun 4, 2019

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