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Broken Hip with bone spurs

2018-02-26 06:40:20
I have a hip that is bone on bone also has 3 bone spurs. I stood up to go to another room and couldn't put any weight on it. I am currently on a walker. If the hip is broken, can I still walk on it with a small amount of weight ?
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Yes, in impacted fracture neck of femur, patient can actually walk but it is not advisable . Rest has to be taken for 4-6 weeks else fracture will not unite. Share x-rays.
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Walker can be used for non weight bearing walking.
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Weight bearing is strictly not allowed .

Answered2018-02-26 06:44:40

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