Journal article
Fragility Fracture Network Position on Unrestricted Weight-Bearing After Hip Fracture Surgery
- 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.
- Publication status:
- Published
- Peer review status:
- Peer reviewed
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- Publisher copy:
- 10.1177/21514593251351136
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- Publisher:
- SAGE Publications
- Journal:
- Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation More from this journal
- Volume:
- 16
- Article number:
- 21514593251351136
- Publication date:
- 2025-07-01
- Acceptance date:
- 2025-06-02
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2151-4593
- ISSN:
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2151-4593
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English
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3073747
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2025-07-02
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