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Dr. Atmananda S Hegde on Hip Fractures in the Elderly | Manipal Hospitals India

Dr. Atmananda S Hegde, Consultant - Orthopaedics at KMC Hospital Mangalore talks about hip fractures in the elderly. These are particularly common among the elderly population due to the age-related weakening of bone density and a few other factors which he goes on to explain. He also recommends a few tips to prevent frequent falls, therefore preventing hip fractures. He concludes by explaining the various treatment options available