Fracture — Hip Fracture - Multiple Fixation Types (Screws, Plate/Screws, IMN, Hemiarthroplasty)

Kaplin Sports Medicine · Dr. Lisa Kaplin, DO

Weight-Bearing

Varies by fixation type: IMN and plate/screws generally WBAT; hip pinning (screws only) PWB until follow-up; hemiarthroplasty per surgeon

Key Restrictions

Ask surgeon about bending past 90 deg; no squatting or kneeling until cleared by doctor

Timeline & Phases

Not phased; patient education format with discharge goals (150 ft with walker, stairs, bed transfers, ADLs); exercises 2-3x/day, 10-20 reps

Notes

Patient-friendly language with illustrated HEP; covers 4 fixation types (screws, plate/screws, IMN, hemiarthroplasty) with explanation of each; includes fracture education, surgery expectations, pain management, and common complications

Surgeon / Author

Dr. Lisa Kaplin, DO