Hip Fractures
Hip fracture Treatment in Spartanburg, Duncan and Greenville, SC
Hip Fracture Overview
A hip fracture is a break in the upper part of the thigh bone (femur) near its articulation with the pelvis. A hip fracture may make it difficult to walk, bear weight, stand or sit. An appointment with a Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) hip specialist should be made as soon as possible after an accident or injury causes hip fracture symptoms. Depending on the severity, orthopedic hip surgery may be necessary.
Symptoms & Causes:
Hip fracture symptoms usually present immediately after an accident or injury and may include:
- Anatomical abnormality (the leg turns outward)
- Bruising
- Difficulty getting up off the ground
- Difficulty bearing weight, standing or walking
- Severe hip and/or groin pain
- Stiffness
- Swelling
Common hip fracture causes include:
- A direct blow to the hip
- Falls
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Sports injuries
Common Treatments:
A CONA hip specialist diagnoses a hip fracture and prescribes an appropriate treatment plan. Nonsurgical treatment options treat non-displaced (the bone is still properly aligned) fractures:
- Pain and anti-inflammatory medications
- Immobilization
- Physical therapy
Displaced Fractures (the bone is not properly aligned) may require surgical intervention:
- Open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). The fractured bone is reduced and pins or a metal plate and screws hold it in place.
- Partial or total hip arthroplasty. The bone is removed and replaced with implants to form a new, functional hip joint.
Fractured bones healĀ and fuse to form a single solid bone over the course of several months. Physical therapy after surgery increases strength, flexibility, and function.
Diagnosis:
A CONA specialist uses a step-by-step approach to make an accurate diagnosis:
- An accident or injury report is obtained
- Multiple view x-rays are taken and analyzed
- A physical examination is performed
The fracture is diagnosed, severity is determined and an appropriate treatment plan is prescribed.
**Women who have hip pain and are over the age of 50 are encouraged to make an appointment with a CONA hip specialist as soon as possible to find out if osteoporosis is the cause.**

South Carolina Orthopedic Hip Surgery Locations
Spartanburg, South Carolina
1330 Boiling Springs Rd, Ste 1600
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Directions to Spartanburg
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Contact us: (864) 501-0541
Duncan, South Carolina
115 Deacon Tiller Ct.
Duncan, SC 29334
Directions to Duncan
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Contact us: (864) 362-3461
Greenville, South Carolina
220 Roper Mountain Road Ext
Greenville, SC 29615
Directions To Greenville
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Contact us: (864) 582-6396