Hip & Bone Fractures - Information - Causes - Prevention - Treatment
Information on the cause, prevention and treatment options for hip and other bone fractures.
Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Risk of Hip Fracture
Proton pump inhibitors which are taken for acid-related diseases and also by many arthritis patients trying to reduce gastrointestinal side effects caused by NSAIDs have been linked to an increased risk of hip fracture. Proton pump inhibitors include Nexium, Protonix, Prevacid, Aciphex and Prilosec.
Proton pump inhibitors which are taken for acid-related diseases and also by many arthritis patients trying to reduce gastrointestinal side effects caused by NSAIDs have been linked to an increased risk of hip fracture. Proton pump inhibitors include Nexium, Protonix, Prevacid, Aciphex and Prilosec.
Osteoporosis Pain - Osteoporosis: Coping With Chronic Pain
A two-part overview of pain relief options for osteoporosis. The fractures caused by osteoporosis can be very painful. Some people experience little or no pain, while others with osteoporosis suffer intense pain and muscle spasms that last long after a fracture has healed.
A two-part overview of pain relief options for osteoporosis. The fractures caused by osteoporosis can be very painful. Some people experience little or no pain, while others with osteoporosis suffer intense pain and muscle spasms that last long after a fracture has healed.
Compression fractures of the back
In a compression fracture of the vertebrae, the bone tissue of the vertebral body collapses. More than one vertebra may be affected. This condition may be caused by osteoporosis (the most common cause), tumor, or trauma to the back. (Illustrated)
In a compression fracture of the vertebrae, the bone tissue of the vertebral body collapses. More than one vertebra may be affected. This condition may be caused by osteoporosis (the most common cause), tumor, or trauma to the back. (Illustrated)
What You Need To Know About Wrist Fractures (Broken Wrist)
Wrist fracture is the most common type of fracture before the age of 75. In women, the number of wrist fractures increases at menopause and plateaus after age 65. This increased incidence is most likely related to the rapid loss of bone in the years following menopause.
Wrist fracture is the most common type of fracture before the age of 75. In women, the number of wrist fractures increases at menopause and plateaus after age 65. This increased incidence is most likely related to the rapid loss of bone in the years following menopause.
Hip fracture (Image)
Hip fractures occur as a result of major or minor trauma. In elderly patients with bones weakened by osteoporosis, relatively little trauma, even walking, may result in a hip fracture.
Hip fractures occur as a result of major or minor trauma. In elderly patients with bones weakened by osteoporosis, relatively little trauma, even walking, may result in a hip fracture.
Hip Fracture (Broken Hip)
A "broken hip" and a "hip fracture" mean the same thing. Hip fractures are generally separated into two types of fractures: Femoral Neck Fractures and Intertrochanteric Hip Fractures.
A "broken hip" and a "hip fracture" mean the same thing. Hip fractures are generally separated into two types of fractures: Femoral Neck Fractures and Intertrochanteric Hip Fractures.
Femoral Fracture (Image)
The epiphyseal plate is a plate of hyaline cartilage at the end of long bones that provides for growth in length of a bone.
The epiphyseal plate is a plate of hyaline cartilage at the end of long bones that provides for growth in length of a bone.
Bone Fractures - Americans Over 50 at Risk for Bone Fractures
The Surgeon General has warned that by 2020, half of all Americans older than 50 will be at risk for fractures from osteoporosis and low bone mass if no immediate action is taken. Osteoporosis and other bone diseases can lead to a downward spiral in physical health and quality of life. Bone disease can also lead to premature death.
The Surgeon General has warned that by 2020, half of all Americans older than 50 will be at risk for fractures from osteoporosis and low bone mass if no immediate action is taken. Osteoporosis and other bone diseases can lead to a downward spiral in physical health and quality of life. Bone disease can also lead to premature death.
Is it a Fracture or a Break?
Fractures, broken bones--you can call it what you wish, it means the same thing--are among the most common orthopedic problems.
Fractures, broken bones--you can call it what you wish, it means the same thing--are among the most common orthopedic problems.
Broken Collarbone (Clavicle fracture)
The collarbone, also called the clavicle, is the bone over the top of your chest, between your breastbone (sternum) and shoulder blade (scapula).
The collarbone, also called the clavicle, is the bone over the top of your chest, between your breastbone (sternum) and shoulder blade (scapula).
Scapular Fracture (Glenoid fractures)
A scapula fracture is an uncommon injury. The scapula, or shoulder blade, is a wide, flat bone that sits behind the rib cage. Glenoid fractures involve the cartilage surfaces of the shoulder joint. Patients with glenoid fractures are at risk of developing shoulder arthritis.
A scapula fracture is an uncommon injury. The scapula, or shoulder blade, is a wide, flat bone that sits behind the rib cage. Glenoid fractures involve the cartilage surfaces of the shoulder joint. Patients with glenoid fractures are at risk of developing shoulder arthritis.
Proximal Humerus Fracture
Proximal humerus fracture is a common injury to the shoulder. Especially common in elderly individuals due to osteoporosis, proximal humerus fractures are among the most common broken bones.
Proximal humerus fracture is a common injury to the shoulder. Especially common in elderly individuals due to osteoporosis, proximal humerus fractures are among the most common broken bones.
Elbow Fracture (Olecranon Fracture)
An olecranon fracture is an injury to the most prominent bone of the elbow. People may call the olecranon the 'funny bone.' The bone is actually the end of the ulna, one of the two forearm bones.
An olecranon fracture is an injury to the most prominent bone of the elbow. People may call the olecranon the 'funny bone.' The bone is actually the end of the ulna, one of the two forearm bones.
Radial Head Fracture
A radial head fracture is the most common broken elbow bone seen in adults. This type of injury is most commonly caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand.
A radial head fracture is the most common broken elbow bone seen in adults. This type of injury is most commonly caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand.
Pelvic Insufficiency Fracture
An insufficiency fracture of the pelvis occurs when thin, weakened bone is trying to carry the normal load of the body. Because the bone is thin and weak from osteoporosis, it is prone to fracture.
An insufficiency fracture of the pelvis occurs when thin, weakened bone is trying to carry the normal load of the body. Because the bone is thin and weak from osteoporosis, it is prone to fracture.
Bone fracture repairs
Bone fracture repairs are surgical procedures to realign and stabilize broken bones (fractures) with plates, nails, screws, or pins. Bone grafts may be used to allow for proper healing or to speed the healing process.
Bone fracture repairs are surgical procedures to realign and stabilize broken bones (fractures) with plates, nails, screws, or pins. Bone grafts may be used to allow for proper healing or to speed the healing process.
Stress Fractures
One of the most common injuries in sports is a stress fracture. Overcoming an injury like a stress fracture can be difficult, but it can be done, from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
One of the most common injuries in sports is a stress fracture. Overcoming an injury like a stress fracture can be difficult, but it can be done, from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Hip Fracture
Gradual loss of density weakens bones and makes them more susceptible to a fracture, from Mayo Clinic.
Gradual loss of density weakens bones and makes them more susceptible to a fracture, from Mayo Clinic.