Geriatric fractures are bone breaks that occur in older adults (age 65+), often due to osteoporosis, falls, or low bone density. These fractures can lead to serious complications, including loss of mobility, increased mortality, and long-term disability.

Common Geriatric Fractures

1?? Hip Fractures (Most serious in elderly)

???? Types: Femoral neck, intertrochanteric, subtrochanteric.
???? Cause: Falls, osteoporosis.
???? Treatment: Surgery (hip replacement or fixation).

2?? Vertebral Compression Fractures (Spinal Fractures)

???? Cause: Osteoporosis, minor trauma, even sneezing.
???? Symptoms: Back pain, height loss, kyphosis (hunched back).
???? Treatment: Bracing, pain control, kyphoplasty/vertebroplasty.

3?? Wrist Fractures (Distal Radius Fracture, Colles’ Fracture)

???? Cause: Fall on outstretched hand.
???? Symptoms: Wrist swelling, deformity, pain.
???? Treatment: Casting for mild cases; surgery if displaced.

4?? Proximal Humerus Fracture (Shoulder Fracture)

???? Cause: Fall on an outstretched arm.
???? Symptoms: Shoulder pain, limited movement.
???? Treatment: Sling, physical therapy, surgery for severe cases.

5?? Pelvic Fractures

???? Cause: Fall, osteoporosis.
???? Symptoms: Groin pain, difficulty walking.
???? Treatment: Conservative care for stable fractures; surgery if displaced.