Left sided hip fractures are more common but no obvious cause has been identified. Left handedness has previously been associated with an increased risk of fracture for a number of sites but to the best of our knowledge no association between handedness and hip fracture has previously been reported. 2 separate 6-month prospective reviews of hip fracture patients aged over 65 years-of-age were conducted at 2 different hospitals. Handedness was dete2rmined at the time of admission. The second review focused on the use of walking aids. Patients with a previous cerebrovascular accident, neurological condition or contralateral hip prosthesis were excluded due to increased balance problems and falls risk.Aim
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