Hip fracture management, before and beyond surgery and medication : a synthesis of the evidence
Date Issued
2011-01-01
Author(s)
DOI
10.1007/s00402-011-1341-2
Abstract
The geriatrician and orthopedic surgeon's roles are well defined in hip fracture management, yet other health-care providers contribute significantly toward care, as well as maximizing rehabilitation potential and decreasing readmissions. We examine evidence concerning pre-hospital care, pain management, multidisciplinary rehabilitation and secondary prevention strategies.