Hip Dislocation

[lrd]

I got a call yesterday. My Mom was sitting in a chair, bent over to tie her shoes, and dislocated her hip. They put her in ICU for a couple of days with a brace and will send her home tomorrow with follow-up physical therapy. Because of her age, she will have to wear the brace for the rest of her life.

When my youngest was little, his elbow would dislocate -- but he was like Gumby back then and it would pop right back in.

Now, I know that you all have had all sorts of injuries, so can anyone out there give me any gouge on this? Also -- any suggestions to help her get through this would be helpful.

Thanks.
~L