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Is application and removal of the first cast or traction device included in fracture care?
yes
What procedure is generally a follow-up to a fracture repair?
Immediately following surgical repair of a fracture, x rays may be again taken through the cast or splint to evaluate whether the rejoined pieces are in good position for healing.
What is the first step to healing a fracture?
wrap it up in a cast
First aid case of joint fracture?
cast or split
What happens if you cast a fracture too soon?
the fracture will not heal properly.
What are the common symptoms and treatment options for a cat with a tibia fracture?
Common symptoms of a cat with a tibia fracture include limping, swelling, and pain. Treatment options may include surgery to repair the fracture, immobilization with a splint or cast, and pain management medication. It is important to consult a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment.
How long will you wear a cast after a hairline fracture?
How long a cast is on depends on the location of the hairline fracture. In sensitive areas the cast will need to be worn longer.
If you have a stress fracture are you put into a cast?
Stress fracture in ArmA stress fracture within the arm will most likely result in a cast or a removable splint.Stress fracture in LegA stress fracture within the leg will usually result in a walking boot and crutches if it is extremely painful.
Does a medial tibial fracture normally need surgery to repair?
Not necessarily, it very much depends on different factors such as: exact type of fracture, whether there is any displacement of the fracture, the age and functional expectations of the patient etc. If you are talking about a displaced medial tibial plateaux fracture (Shatzker grade 4) in a young active person, then YES it would need to be fixed. An undisplaced fracture in an elderly patient with limited mobility probably would not need fixed surgically but treated in a cast brace.
Do you treat a dislocation the same way you treat a fracture?
No, a broken bone can include surgery while a fracture can include a cast for the body to heal the fracture itself.
Why there is stiffness of joints after fracture?
A person that has a fracture will usually have a cast for a few weeks. After the cast is taken off, the joints will feel stiff. This is because the muscles have not been moving as much as they did before the fracture. With therapy, the stiffness will go away.
What are some examples of fracture aftercare?
cast change, medication adjustments, follow-up care after fracture treatment
