ArticleGeriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation2025
Fragility Fracture Network Position on Unrestricted Weight-Bearing After Hip Fracture Surgery.
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- Radiological Outcomes of Reamed Short Proximal Femoral Nailing in Intertrochanteric Fractures in Patients Aged 50 Years and Above.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- Impact of Postoperative Weight-Bearing Protocols on Prognosis in Geriatric Hip Fracture Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Proof-of-concept study for a national geriatric hip fracture registry in Brazil.Patient safety in surgery · 2026Article
- Factors influencing the implementation of best clinical practices for hip fracture management in resource-constrained hospitals in China and co-design of quality improvement interventions: a qualitative study.The Lancet regional health. Western Pacific · 2026Article
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Abstract
Objectives: This position paper from the Fragility Fracture Network (FFN) responds to the observed global variation in weight-bearing prescriptions after hip fracture surgery in older adults. Methods: The paper summarises current guidelines and evidence regarding unrestricted weight-bearing after hip fracture surgery. Results: The synthesis of available evidence supports the endorsement of unrestricted weight-bearing after surgery to enhance patient outcomes. Conclusion: The FFN endorses unrestricted weight-bearing and recommends healthcare professionals, institutions, and policymakers re-evaluate practices favouring limited or non-weight-bearing prescriptions and establish a standardised system for monitoring and auditing, with clear justification and documentation of any restrictions.
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