Biomechanics of the Proximal Femur With Femoral Neck Fractures

This video reviews the biomechanics and function of the proximal femur and surrounding structures as they relate to femoral neck fractures. It also reviews epidemiology, incidence, risk factors, pathophysiology and/or mechanisms of injury, signs and symptoms, diagnostic techniques, and classification systems of femoral neck fractures.

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