Early weight-bearing improved hip fracture recovery
exercise · Examine.com Study Summaries — June 8–15, 2026 · 2026
In 54 older adults post-hip-fracture surgery, starting weight-bearing exercise at 2–3 days vs. 4 weeks improved hip function and psychological quality of life at 1 month.
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In 54 older adults post-hip-fracture surgery, starting weight-bearing exercise at 2–3 days vs. 4 weeks improved hip function and psychological quality of life at 1 month.
- hip fracture
- rehabilitation
- weight-bearing
- older adults
- recovery