Fracture and Dislocation
What is a fracture?
Fracture is the disruption of the integrity of bone tissue.
How is a fracture treated?
While the majority of childhood fractures can be treated with a cast,
The majority of adult fractures are treated surgically in today's modern medicine.
Metallic plates, screws, nails and prostheses are used in the treatment of adult fractures.
When a bone breaks, you may hear a cracking sound during the event. Severe pain and swelling occur in the area where the fracture occurred. You will feel great pain when you touch the broken area
The average time for fractures to heal is 6-16 weeks in adults and 3-6 weeks in children.
Fracture is the disruption of bone integrity. It occurs as a result of a fall, trauma or a painful blow from the outside.
A dislocation is a separation of joints and does not heal on its own. The most common symptoms are extreme pain, swelling and inability to move.
