Hip fracture refers to a fracture occurring in the area between the edge of the femoral head and 5 cm below the lesser trochanter (see figure 1 in the full guideline). These fractures are generally ...

Femoral neck fractures are intracapsular fractures. The capsule is the area that contains the fluid that lubricates and nourishes the hip joint. Fractures in this area are categorized based on the ...

Hip fractures, particularly in elderly patients, are associated with significant morbidity and pain that can adversely affect recovery. Recent advances in pain management have focused on reducing ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

May 25, 2011 — In patients 50 years or older with hip fracture, nerve blockade appeared to reduce acute pain and delirium, but few data were available regarding the efficacy of other pain management ...

The 2011, 2017 and 2023 guideline committees have made the following recommendations for research. The 2011 committee's full set of recommendations for research are detailed in the full guideline. As ...