2006-06-25 10:56:26 · 12 answers · asked by M C 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Pain is the #1 sign. Laying on the floor or bed check to see if one leg is shorter than the other. In this position, also check to see if the leg rotates inward or outward. These are also signs If a fx hip is suspect, you must go in & have an xray to rule out a fx. I am an RN and have seen many fx's. Hope this helps.
2006-06-25 11:05:55 · answer #1 · answered by Nancy L 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As with most broken bones there will probably be some disfiguration around the site, be it swelling or rednes. It should be painful to put any weight on it, but some people may be able to do so. The best way to tell is with an xray though.
2006-06-25 18:03:46 · answer #2 · answered by dr_evandonovan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
along with swelling and bruising , look at the whole leg in general if the leg or foot is turned slightly inward or at an akward position more then likley it could be broken . of course be sure and get an x ray . Older people that experiance osteo have more brittle bones and is likley to break bones easier .
2006-06-25 18:06:57 · answer #3 · answered by cherdwum4 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only true way is with an xray. Some are able to bear weight when the hip is actually fractured.
2006-06-25 18:00:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you squeeze their hips to gether they will have a sudden relief from the pain.
2006-06-25 17:59:59 · answer #5 · answered by baldyhugsblues 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience, they tend to say "Arrrgh! My hip!"
2006-06-26 06:28:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They dance like your dad at a wedding.
2006-06-25 18:03:57 · answer #7 · answered by The Wandering Blade 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They limp while bringing the beer.
2006-06-26 06:02:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the hospital to have a x-ray or the doctors
2006-06-25 18:00:35 · answer #9 · answered by james_2008 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if they walk like a penguin
2006-06-25 18:01:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋