Signs and symptoms
... Signs and symptoms of a hip fracture may include: Severe pain in your hip or groin Inability to put weight on your injured leg Stiffness, bruising and swelling in and around your hip area Shorter leg ...

Causes
... In older adults, a hip fracture is most often a result of a traumatic event, such as falling, and weak bones. In younger adults, major trauma to the hip, such as a sports injury or a car accident, may...

Risk factors
... A combination of factors may increase your risk of a hip fracture, including: Age. The rate of hip fractures increases with age. As you age, your bone density decreases, your vision and sense of balan...

Screening and diagnosis
... Often your doctor can determine that you have a hip fracture based on your symptoms and by observing the abnormal position of your hip and leg. An X-ray will confirm that you have a fracture and show ...