This information is for patients who have fractured their hip, as well as their families and carers. It explains what a hip fracture is and provides key information about how you will be cared for, both before and after your operation.
The information was co-produced by members of the multidisciplinary team and with reference to the National Hip Fracture Database.
-
Hip fracture surgery: hospital stay and recovery
- Your hip fracture journey, and video guide
- What is a hip fracture?
- Treatment of a hip fracture
- Meet the healthcare team
- My care
- Potential complications
- Anaesthetic and pain management
- Falls and dislocation
- Before and after surgery
- Rehabilitation
- Hip exercises (lying down)
- Hip exercises (sitting)
- Hip exercises (standing)
- Recovering after discharge and getting back to normal
- Useful information and contacts
Last reviewed: 25 April 2025