Femur Fracture Fixation (Dynamic Hip Screw Method)

Overview

This surgery fixes a fracture of the femur at the hip joint. The head of your femur is stabilized with a screw. Here's how it's done.

Preparation

To begin, you're put to sleep. The surgeon makes an incision to reach your femur. If the fracture has shifted any bone out of place, the surgeon realigns it.

Repair

Next, the surgeon drills a hole into the femur. A screw is threaded into this hole. It pulls the femur's fractured parts together. The screw is locked into place with a metal plate that attaches to the side of the femur. The screw and plate support your femur so it heals properly.

End of procedure

When the surgery is done, the incision is closed. You are watched in a recovery room for a brief time. Follow your surgeon's tips as you heal.