Hip fracture & lower limb trauma

Dr Myhill manages hip fractures and lower limb trauma as part of his broad orthopaedic trauma practice. Trauma referrals are accepted from GPs, physiotherapists and emergency departments, with long-term follow-up provided.

Hip fractures

Hip fractures are most common in older adults following low-energy falls and are associated with osteoporosis. They require prompt surgical treatment to restore mobility, reduce complication risk and support recovery. Surgical options include:

• Dynamic hip screw (DHS) or intramedullary nail — for femoral neck or intertrochanteric fractures amenable to fixation
• Hemiarthroplasty — partial hip replacement, replacing the femoral head, used for displaced intracapsular fractures in older patients
• Total hip replacement — in selected patients with displaced intracapsular fractures and pre-existing hip arthritis

Lower limb trauma

Dr Myhill also manages other lower limb injuries including femoral shaft fractures, tibial fractures and periarticular fractures around the knee. Management is tailored to the injury pattern, patient age and functional demands.

For referrers

Urgent trauma referrals may be directed to the practice by phone. Dr Myhill has an interest in trauma and is committed to long-term follow-up for injured patients. See the referrer information page for contact details.