Prairie Doc Perspective: The bones of the matter

When I was in medical school, I learned that a shocking number of people would die or be admitted to a nursing home after a hip fracture.Even today, a hip fracture can be a devastating event for an older American. Up to 30% will die within the next year. Many more will lose independence and require admission to assisted living or a nursing home. Estimates vary, but it may approach 50%. A...