Hip Fractures
Hip Fractures
Dr Ashok Raju is one of the best orthopaedic surgeons in Hyderabad, with more than 13 years of experience in hip fracture fixation and treatment. He has a team of qualified surgeons, therapists, nutritionists, technicians, and nurses to perform complex hip fracture repair procedures. Together with the team, he aims to provide a state-of-the-art environment with a personalised touch for all the patients. He accepts the challenges and treats the high-risk patients within the recommended 24-48 hours after the fracture.
The orthopaedic team here collaborates to provide integrated treatment for your hip fracture. He uses the latest techniques and procedures to repair hip fractures so that you get up and move as soon as possible. He will clearly outline the goals and expectations of treatment with you and your family, and the type of treatment you receive depends on the severity and location of the fracture.
Make an appointment with Dr P. Ashok Raju Gottemukkala for a hip replacement.
What are hip fractures, and how does it works?
Hip fractures are cracks or breaks in the thin bone close to the hip joint. It occurs because of a fall or an injury. It often occurs because of several conditions, including cancer and the weakening of the hip bone. Aged people frequently have hip fractures because of reduced vision, mobility, or balance problems.
Types of hip fractures
The following are the several types of hip fractures:
Intracapsular fractures
Intracapsular fractures are the breaks that occur below the ball or in the neck of the femur.
Intertrochanteric Fractures
Intertrochanteric fractures are the breaks that occur between the greater trochanter and the lesser trochanter.
Subtrochanteric fractures
Subtrochanteric fractures are the breaks that occur below the lesser trochanter or further down the femur.
What Are The Symptoms Of A Hip Fracture?
The following are the symptoms of a hip fracture after a fall:
- Pain
- Inability to lift, move, or rotate (turn) your leg.
- Being unable to stand
- Unable to put weight on your leg?
- Bruising around the hip area
- Swelling around the hip area
- A shorter leg on the injured side
What Causes Hip Fractures?
The following are some of the known causes of breaks in the hip joint:
- Falling from a great height to a harder surface
- High energy trauma to the hip, such as from a car crash,
- Osteoporosis causes a loss of bone tissue.
- Obesity
What Is the Treatment for Hip Fractures?
Hip fracture treatment depends on certain factors, such as the severity of your condition and the location of the break in the upper section of the femur. There are several factors your doctor may consider before starting treatment. The following are the factors your doctor may consider while treating hip fractures:
- The type of hip fracture
- Medical history
- currently overall health and ability to tolerate surgery.
- The level of hip pain that limits mobility
- Risks associated with anaesthesia
- Risks associated with surgery
The best fracture treatment is surgery because it is considered an orthopaedic emergency. However, the type of surgery depends on the severity and location of the breakage or a displaced fracture, your age, and certain underlying conditions.
Internal Repair Using Screws
Your surgeon inserts a metal screw into the bone to hold it until the fracture heals. The surgeon inserts a rod or large nail into the centre of the bone.
Total Hip Replacement
A prosthesis is used to replace the damaged or diseased bone your surgeon. These treatments are proven to be more cost-effective with better long-term outcomes.
Partial Hip Replacement
Your surgeon may recommend partial hip replacement when the ends of the broken bone are displaced or damaged. During this surgery, your surgeon installs a metal replacement (prosthesis) to replace the head and neck of the femur.
Why Dr Ashok Raju for Hip Fracture Surgery in Hyderabad?
- Listed as one of the best orthopaedic surgeons
- Follow-up care to keep you pain-free
- The latest technology and diagnostic techniques
- Individualised treatment and therapies
- A comprehensive and complete care team
- Patient-centred care
- Expert second opinions
- Convenient locations
Hip Fracture Surgery and Treatment in Hyderabad: FAQs
The following are the risks associated with hip fracture surgery:
- Infection
- Dislocation of the joint
- Blood clots
- Failure of the fracture to heal
- Reaction to the anaesthesia
- Pneumonia
- Damage to nearby blood vessels, bones, or nerves
- Limp
- Pain
- Leg length discrepancy
- Early ambulation with the assistance of a walker or crutches
- Physical therapy for safety training, improving balance and strengthening.
- X-rays to monitor healing
- Evaluation of bone density through bone scans or metabolic blood tests
- Long-term treatments to prevent further fractures
You can prevent a fall by considering the below steps:
- Make regular appointments to assess your bones.
- Physical activity can reduce the further weakening of the bones.
- Wear sensible shoes.
- Remove home hazards.
- Keep your home well-lit.
- Use assistive devices.
The other treatments offered by Dr Ashok Raju include:
- Hip replacement
- Revision Hip Replacement
- Hip preservation
- Polytrauma
- Fracture fixation
- Pelvic fracture fixation
- Aacetabulum fracture fixation