Learn what to expect in the hospital after hip fracture surgery, from pain control to starting rehab.

The type of surgery you have often depends on where the hip is fractured. Read on to learn more.

After a hip fracture happens, you will likely be taken to a hospital emergency room (ER). While in the ER, many tests will be done, including X-rays and blood tests.

To manage stress, learn to recognize what triggers your stress, then find positive ways to respond to those triggers.

Anything that brings on feelings of stress is called a stressor. Learn about the many types of stressors people face today, and how they can affect you.

This exercise helps build strong, balanced leg muscles. Make sure to adjust exercise bands machines as instructed by your physical therapist.

The following flexibility exercise may be suggested by your therapist. Repeat as many times as instructed. Stop the exercise if it causes pain, and discuss it with your physical therapist or healthcare provider:

Swelling, tight muscles, or scar tissue may make it hard to move your knee. Work with your physical therapist to increase your knee’s range of motion. Here are treatments that may be used.

Many treatments can help reduce pain and swelling in your knee. Your healthcare provider or physical therapist may suggest one or more of the treatments suggested here.

Whatever your goals, your healthcare provider may advise that you see a physical therapist. They can help you reach your goals with a 3-stage rehab program. Read on for details.