The Dangers of Hip Fractures in Dementia

People with dementia have a higher chance of experiencing a hip fracture. One study found that nursing home residents with dementia were twice as likely to fracture a hip than those who were cognitively intact.

The Dangers of Hip Fractures in Dementia By Esther Heerema, MSW People with dementia have a higher chance of experiencing a hip fracture. One study found that nursing home residents with dementia were twice as likely to fracture a hip than those who were cognitively intact. READ NOW  Which Blood Type Increases Your Dementia Risk?  Some research suggests that your blood type may also influence your risk for cognitive problems that can affect memory, word-finding, personality, and more. READ NOW  What Is the BIMS and How Does It Help Detect Dementia?  The Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) test is used to get a quick snapshot of how well your cognitive function is at that very moment. READ NOW  What Happens Before You Get Accepted at a Nursing Home?  A pre-admission assessment helps identify what your needs are, and is part of determining if a nursing home will accept you to the facility. READ NOW  What Role Does the Hippocampus Play in Alzheimer's Disease?  The hippocampus is similar in shape to a seahorse, and there is one on each side of the brain above the ears. Here's what it does for you. READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT Things Not to Believe About Brain Health Using Keyword Mnemonics to Improve Memorization Capgras Syndrome in Lewy Body Dementia How Gray Matter Is Affected by Dementia Delirium and an Increased Risk of Dementia You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Alzheimer's & Dementia newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy