Hip Fracture
Types of Hip Fracture
This depends on where the fracture occurs in the upper thighbone. They include:
This is a fracture just below the femoral head (the ball).
this occurs farther away from the hip joint itself, around the greater trochanter and the lesser trochanter.
This is a fracture to the ball, socket, or both. It can cause the blood vessels going to the ball to get torn.
The femoral neck fracture and the intertrochanteric hip fractures are the most common.
Causes of Hip Fracture
Possible causes of hip fractures include:
Diagnosis for Hip Fractures
At Polygon PT, one of our physical therapists will examine your hip and legs and diagnose based on the symptoms. We will walk closely with your doctor for other imaging tests such as an X-ray, an MRI, or a CT scan. These additional tests are required to identify the location and severity of the fracture.