This guide outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture. Topics such as what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment. The guide also answers any questions you may have about follow-up care, osteoporosis, nutrition, and resources to stop smoking. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture including what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment.
This pamphlet gives information about the Halifax Osteoporosis Multidisciplinary Education (HOME) program. Topics include what the HOME program is, topics covered in the program, who can attend, and where the session is held.
Step-by-step instructions and images are provided to help you with the following exercises: finger active range of motion, finger active assisted range of motion, thumb active range of motion, tendon gliding, and strengthening.
X-rays are the most common type of diagnostic imaging test. They can be used to identify a fractured bone, a chest infection, something blocking the bowel, and more. Topics include: who will do the X-ray, how long it will take, what happens during, and what to do if you are pregnant.
This pamphlet explains what hemosiderin staining is and its causes, including what makes some people at a higher risk for hemosiderin staining and treatment.
This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip, including tubing exercises. Stretching guidelines and images of each exercise are included.
This guide outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture.
Information about hip surgery after a fracture. Topics include: what to expect before, during, and after surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Hip protectors are plastic shields or foam pads used to protect the hip area. This pamphlet explains why hip protectors are needed as well as how to use them are reviewed.