PREDICTORS OF BASIC MOBILITY IN PATIENTS WITH HIP FRACTURE

Background Lack of ability in basic mobility skills is associated with increased mortality in patients with hip fractures. The aim of this study was to identify predictors for performing basic mobility skills at discharge. Methods From June 2015 to May 2016, 235 consecutive patients (76% female, median age 85 (78–89 IQR)) with hip fractures admitted to the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at North Denmark Regional Hospital were included. Basic mobility was assessed at discharge using the Cumulated Ambulation Score (CAS), which consists of 1) getting in and out of bed, 2) rising from a chair and 3) walking. Possible scores for each task is: unable (CAS=0), supported (CAS=1) or independent (CAS=2). A total score of 6 indicates independence in basic mobility. Inclusion was restricted to first time hip fractures and age ≥65. Exclusion criteria were death during admission or unrecorded CAS at discharge. Results Before surgery 90.6% were independent in basic mobility (CAS=6). Getting out of bed at discharge: in...