Fractures

Bones and Joints

The adult human skeleton consists of 206 bones. The bones along
with approximately 700 skeletal muscles, account for 50% of our body weight.
Bones provide protection and support. When two or more bones join
together, a joint or articulation is formed. Through several types of joints,
they help in movements.

Fractures

Fracture is defined as a break or crack in the bone. Trauma or injury
to the bones of human body is getting increased with the development of
industry and transportation. Trauma is the biggest killer and maimer of human
beings all over the world. Hippocrates in the 14th century B.C. described
the treatment of fractures and injuries to limbs. In India, the treatment of
fractures to limbs is still carried out by traditional bonesetters. Modern
methods of treatments are available. They are more scientific and
appropriate.

Types of fractures :

1.Green stick fracture : – This fracture occurs in the young bones of
children. This fracture break is incomplete leaving one side of the cortex
intact.
2. Closed fracture :- A closed fracture is the one where the haematoma
(blood clot)does not communicate with the outside.
3. Open fracture (Compound fracture ) :- In this type, the fracture
haematoma communicates with the outside through an open wound. It is a
serious injury through which infectious germs may enter into the body.

4. Pathological fracture :-This type of fracture occurs, due to pathological
lesions after a trivial violence in a weak bone. It may be due to
hyperparathyroidism.
5. Stress fracture :- It is a fracture occurring at a site in the bone, due to
repeated minor stresses over a long period of time.
6. Birth fracture :- It is a fracture occuring in the newborn babies due to
injury during delivery.

Fractures

Fractures

Types of fractures :

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