Acute metatarsal fractures can be categorized as either displaced or non-displaced. It can also be open or closed injuries. The open type is usually brought about by significant trauma such as in vehicular accidents. In most cases, the 5th metatarsal bone is usually fractured. It might be damaged at different areas along its length dependent […]
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A hairline hip fracture involves a break in the upper part of the thigh bone. Most cases of fractures occur among adults age 65 and older. It is important to note that these injuries often result to significant health issues, diminished level of independence and premature death. Immediate treatment is vital to minimize the likelihood
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A greenstick wrist fracture is unique among children and the most common type. Remember that fractures among children are different from children due to anatomical and physiological variances in the developing skeleton. Remember that bones of children are softer and porous than adults. This is the reason why they have different fracture patterns. Does my
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An ankle stress fracture occurs if the ankle bones endured repetitive force while engaging in physical activities such as running or dancing. Once an individual sustains a stress fracture, small-sized cracks develop within the ankle bones. Those who end up with any of the symptoms must seek further care from a doctor right away. Signs
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Shoulder injuries are likely to occur among those who engage in sports that involve overhead throwing. This movement places significant stress on the shoulder joint, particularly to the structures that keeps it stable. Those who engage in sports with throwing movements endure the repeated stress and can result to various forms of overuse injuries. Even
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A broken arm is typically brought about by a fall onto an extended arm. It usually takes 6-8 weeks for the injury to heal among adults and a shorter period among children. Do I have a broken arm? A broken arm or wrist can be excruciating along with the following: Tenderness or swelling around the
Shoulder instability is the term used if the shoulder appears out of place or feels likely. Remember that instability simply means that the shoulder bones are not stable in which they are not held in place as tightly as they should be. Indications of shoulder instability The main indication is shoulder pain that can occur
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When it comes to pelvic fractures, one or several pelvis bones might be fragmented. These fractures can range from a small-sized bone chip that broke off, fractures from a slight force or even fractures from a strong blow. The pelvic bones form the socket for the femur and with the thighbone to form the hip
The temporal bone or skull bone that contains part of the ear canal, middle ear and inner ear can end up damaged. A temporal bone fracture is usually due to a direct blow to the head. A temporal bone fracture can result to a number of injuries to the inner ear anatomy. The injuries include
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An individual can end up with swollen toe either only one or several at the same time. Various injuries or medical conditions can lead to a swollen toe. There are prevalent reasons for swelling to occur in the toes which includes injuries, psoriatic arthritis and gout. The management for a swollen toe tends to vary
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