‘Days at Home’ After Hip Fracture Signals Social Risk
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February 12, 2026
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A cohort study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that older adults from disadvantaged neighborhoods spend significantly less time at home after a fall-related hip fracture. Those in the most deprived areas spent about 23 fewer days at home within a year following discharge. The study evaluated 52,012 Medicare beneficiaries aged over 65, considering demographic and health factors. Researchers emphasize the importance of socioeconomic context in discharge planning and postacute care decisions for hip fracture recovery, suggesting further studies to enhance aging support.
1. Older adults from disadvantaged neighborhoods spend fewer days at home post-fracture. 2. 52,012 patients evaluated, primarily aged over 65. 3. Area Deprivation Index used to measure neighborhood disadvantage. 4. Most deprived neighborhoods spent 8.5% fewer days at home. 5. Socioeconomic factors influence recovery and discharge planning. 6. Future studies needed for interventions to aid aging in place post-fracture. 7. Limitations include exclusion of certain patient populations.
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