Children have a lot of energy and are much more physically active than the average adult. They run, jump, play with their friends, and play sports at school. This highly physical lifestyle sometimes causes a broken bone. Even though children’s bones are more flexible than adults’ bones are – so their bones have excellent shock-absorbing…
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Types of Elbow Fractures in Children
One of the most common injuries children incur are fractures, which refers to broken bones. Fractures can happen in any bone within the body and are classified differently depending on the severity of the break. One of the most common places for pediatric fractures is the elbow. Elbow fractures in children need medical treatment by…
Pediatric Fractures and Growth Plates
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…
Why You May Need Surgery for a Fracture
Fractures, or broken bones, are one the most common problems seen and treated by orthopedic doctors. Every year, about 6.8 million Americans experience a fracture. The most common are hip fractures (mainly among the elderly), ankle fractures, and fractures of the long bones in the lower and upper legs. There are different types of fractures…
The Different Kinds of Bone Fractures
Bones are an important part of your musculoskeletal system, providing everything from the shape and form of your body to the support and protection of your organs – as well as allowing movement. Although your bones may be strong and flexible, they are not invincible, so they can partially or completely break. The severity of…