Physiotherapy Rehabilitation to Recuperate a Patient From an Intertrochanteric Fracture: A Case Report

Intertrochanteric fracture is a prevalent condition among older adults, and it is becoming more so as the population is aging. A 52-year-old man was reported to the hospital with symptoms of pain and swelling in the right hip since the morning. The patient reported a history of unexpected slips and...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2022-08, Vol.14 (8)
Main Authors: Lalwani, Shivani S, Jain, Deepak S, Phansopkar, Pratik A, Lakkadsha, Tasneem M, Saifee, Sakina S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Ankle
Case reports
Coronaviruses
COVID-19
Dyspnea
Fractures
Older people
Orthopedics
Pain
Patients
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical therapy
Public Health
Range of motion
Rehabilitation
Surgery
Sutures
Traction (Orthopedics)
Well being
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Summary:Intertrochanteric fracture is a prevalent condition among older adults, and it is becoming more so as the population is aging. A 52-year-old man was reported to the hospital with symptoms of pain and swelling in the right hip since the morning. The patient reported a history of unexpected slips and falls in the morning. An X-ray was taken of both hips, and an intertrochanteric fracture was identified. After one month post-fracture, a dynamic hip screw (DHS) was used to perform open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). Early mobility, appropriate lower limb strength, pain reduction, and quality of life are all significant determinants. As evidenced by statistically significant improvements in exercise capacity and well-being, the intertrochanteric fracture rehabilitation program is beneficial. This case study represents a comprehensive rehabilitation program for people who have had post-fracture surgery.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.27660