Hello, folks. My friend has recently fallen on the street and she broke her hip. It has a long time since we have passed menopause. I would like to know risk factors for hip fractures. I would be very grateful if someone could reply me to this. I would like to see whether I have any of these factors.
Hello, there. There are several risk factors for hip fractures. When it comes to younger persons, those are usually conditions and disorders that interfere with vitamin D metabolism. Those are endocrine, gastrointestinal or rheumatoid conditions. Long term use of steroids can also be a risk factor for these fractures. The risk is bigger in elderly. Women are more jeopardized than men. 80% of hip fractures are reserved for women. Osteoporosis is another condition that is excellent terrain for fractures in this region of the body. Physical inactivity is another risk factor. I hope that your friend will be all right. Be careful!