What are the 7 types of bone fractures?
Different types of bone fractures can be open, closed, stable, displaced, partial, or complete.
- Transverse Fracture. Transverse fractures are breaks that are in a straight line across the bone.
- Spiral Fracture.
- Greenstick Fracture.
- Stress Fracture.
- Compression Fracture.
- Oblique Fracture.
- Impacted Fracture.
- Segmental Fracture.
What are types of fractures?
Common types of fractures include:
- Stable fracture. The broken ends of the bone line up and are barely out of place.
- Open (compound) fracture. The skin may be pierced by the bone or by a blow that breaks the skin at the time of the fracture.
- Transverse fracture.
- Oblique fracture.
- Comminuted fracture.
What is the process of healing a bone fracture?
Inflammation starts immediately after the bone is fractured and lasts for several days.
What are the different ways to treat a bone fracture?
Ultrasound therapy: A medical professional will apply low intensity ultrasound to the affected area. This may help fractures heal.
What to do following a bone fracture?
– Learn to use your walking-aid. Generally, you’ll be taught to position yourself, sit, stand, and walk with it before you are discharged. – Keep your cast in good condition. – Be mindful of your posture and body mechanics when using canes, crutches, or walkers. – Be careful and know your limits. – Don’t be too hard on your self when you have a fractured bone.
Which type of fracture breaks the bone into several fragments?
Open Fracture: A fracture in which the bone breaks through the skin and can be seen outside the leg.