Repairing a Fractured Hip

A hip fracture can be a serious, life-altering event. Surgery can repair it, but it's best to prevent it.

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If you fall and can't get up (just like in the TV commercial), call 911 immediately. Michael Bloomfield, MD, advises everyone who is at risk for falling to always keep their cell phone with them or wear a medical alert device (such as Life Alert). If you fall and don't get help for a prolonged period of time, the consequences can be serious. You may become dehydrated, and muscles can break down, releasing chemicals that can cause kidney damage. SolStock | Getty Images
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