Overview Proximal humerus fractures are common shoulder injuries. Proximal humerus fractures are one of the most common broken bones in the shoulder, particularly in the elderly due to osteoporosis. Proximal humerus fractures are the 3rd most common broken bone in patients older the age of 65, after only hip and wrist fractures. A proximal humerus…
Overview Scapular fractures are uncommon and are frequently brought on by direct trauma to the side or back of the scapula. Less than 1% of all fractures are scapular fractures, which account for 3% to 5% of shoulder girdle fractures. Because scapular fractures require high energy/torque trauma to occur, 80% to 95% of all scapular…
Introduction What occurs if the patella cracks or fractures? Anatomy Surfaces Borders and Muscle Attachments Apex Ossification Functions of the patella Types of Patellar Fractures Causes of Patellar Fracture Symptoms of Patellar Fracture Diagnosis Physical Exam Treatment of Patellar Fracture Initial Treatment General Treatment Non- Surgical Treatment Surgical Treatment Surgical Procedures Physiotherapy Treatment Recovery Complications…
What is a High Ankle Sprain? A high ankle sprain is a sprain of the ankle’s higher ligaments, which are located above the ankle. These ligaments connect the fibula and tibia, supporting the entire area during actions like running and walking. A high ankle sprain occurs when those ligaments are damaged or torn, which is…
Overview The ankle is one of the most versatile and hardworking joints in the human body. It smoothly adjusts with each step to absorb shock, adapt to uneven terrain, and provide the stability and mobility necessary for activities from walking to jumping. Comprised of an intricate network of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, muscles, nerves, and…
Introduction What is a Compound Fracture? What might someone suffer from a complex fracture? Symptoms Causes Classification Gustilo–Grade Definition I Compound fracture, clean wound, 1 cm long wound II Compound fracture wound greater than 1 cm in length but less than 10 cm in length, flaps, avulsions III A Open fracture of a fractured bone with…
A Wrist Sprain is defined as a Stretching or pulling of tissues (ligaments) attaching wrist bones and joints in the wrist. A wrist sprain can occur due to a sports injury or trauma. Wrist swelling, pain, bruising, and tenderness are signs of wrist sprain. Rest, ice, pain relievers, and elevation of the wrist can benefit…
Overview A fracture characterized by volar displacement or angulation of the distal radius is called a Smith fracture. Usually, a fall onto the hand’s dorsum with the wrist flexed causes it. The volar, or forward, displacement fracture of the distal (i.e., away from the body, towards the fingers) end of the radius—that is, one of…
Overview A break in the radius at the wrist is called a Colles fracture. It was given the surgeon’s name who originally described it. The break is usually seen approximately one inch (2.5 cm) below the wrist’s joining point. One common term for a Colles’ fracture is “broken wrist.” It is sometimes referred to as…
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is placed right behind the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) inside the knee. It is one of the ligaments that connects the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone). The posterior cruciate ligament prevents the tibia from rotating around the thigh bone. A huge amount of force is required to injure the…
