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Broken Hip Recovery Time
Diagnosis
If a hip fracture is suspected, an X-ray or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan can confirm the diagnosis. Occasionally, additional X-rays are needed to spot small fractures, which become more visible on X-rays after one to two weeks.
Expected Duration
The amount of time it takes to recover from a hip fracture depends on how the fracture is treated. When pins and screws are used to secure the bone, the person should try to resume walking with a walker as soon as possible. It may...
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Getting up from a chair, on and off the toilet, and putting on shoes and socks may seem like simple tasks. But for someone recovering from a hip... Read more »
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