Fractures

Trauma, repetitive stress, or bone-weakening disorders like osteoporosis typically cause a fracture, which is a break or split in a bone. Accidents, falls, and sports injuries are common causes of traumatic fractures, whereas stress fractures develop over time as a result of overuse or repetitive activity. Osteoporotic fractures occur in people with low bone density, especially in elderly adults.
We classify fractures into two types: closed fractures, where the skin remains intact, and open fractures, where the bone penetrates the skin. Based on their pattern, we can also classify fractures as transverse, oblique, spiral, or comminuted. Symptoms usually include intense pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, and inability to move the affected area.
To evaluate the nature and severity of the fracture, imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs are frequently used. Treatment options vary depending on the fracture kind and location. Minor fractures can be treated with casts or braces, but severe instances may necessitate surgical intervention, such as the installation of metal rods, plates, or screws.
Rehabilitation, including physical therapy, is crucial in recovering function and mobility following healing. Fractures can be avoided by exercising regularly, getting enough calcium and vitamin D, and using fall prevention methods.