While a slight stumble can set an adult back weeks, children often seem to bounce back, rarely missing a beat. But just because children are usually more physically active than adults doesn’t mean their bones aren’t at risk of fractures – that’s because their bones have not yet ossified. The last part of the bone…
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Compound Fractures
Bone fractures are usually classified as either simple or compound. Simple (or closed) fractures are when there is no break in the skin and therefore no exposure of the bone outside the body. Compound (or open) fractures are when the bone either punctures the skin or otherwise can be seen outside the body. The most…
Bone Fractures
A broken bone is defined medically as a fracture. When a bone receives a force that’s too great, it breaks or fractures. Broken bones typically result from a fall, physical activity, or a car accident. However, other fracture causes include those related to osteoporosis, which is a condition that weakens bones due to low bone…
Healing from a Bone Fracture
A broken bone is not a fun experience. Besides the pain, it requires careful treatment, and depending on the severity and location of the break, it may also need surgical intervention. Once you have been given appropriate care, the healing process can begin in earnest and your body is going to need as much help…