Inside Hip Fracture Recovery: A Carer’s Perspective

In this special episode of Hipcast, host Dr Niamh Dove speaks with Nick May, husband and carer of his wife Fleur who sustained a hip fracture and underwent hospital treatment and recovery.Nick shares his reflections on navigating the hospital experience, the realities of recovery at home, and how life changes after a hip fracture - from the viewpoint of the person providing day-to-day care. His story highlights the essential role of carers in supporting recovery and what health professionals can learn from their perspective.This episode is brought to you by the Australian and New Zealand Hip Fracture Registry (ANZHFR), dedicated to improving outcomes and experiences for people with hip fracture and their families.