Hip fracture
Read about hip fractures, also called proximal femoral fractures. Hip fractures are cracks or breaks in the top of the thigh bone (femur) close to the hip joint.
Read about treating hip fractures. Hip fractures are usually treated in hospital with surgery. Surgery can either fix or replace the hip joint.
Read about recovering from a hip fracture. After a hip fracture, you'll be given a rehabilitation programme designed to help you recover from your injury and surgery