Question 1

i have a boxer's fracture, i set the bone immediately after i broke it and splinted it, but cannot afford a dr copay. are painkillers obtainable?

Accepted Answer

Not on telemedicine : I recommend checking with a doc to make sure that it will heal correctly.
For pain, anti inflammatory medications such as Motrin can be taken at the same time as Tylenol. You can also use ice. These are over the counter.

Question 2

best diet to heal broken bones

Accepted Answer

Regular: Plus multivi and calcium plus vitamin D = 1500-1800 mg daily.

Question 3

broken bones weaker after it heals?

Accepted Answer

No, after it heals -: Completely, it as good as the others. Complete healing and consolidation of the bone might take several months. With age the healing process might slow down as well, but once they are healed, they are as good as new.

Question 4

what are some of the symptoms of broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Pain upon palpating: Localized pain in the affected are associated to loss of function and edema or swelling. Persistent pain in an injured bony area despite usual conservative treatment with r.I.C.E. (rest, immobilization, cold compresses, elevation of the area).

Question 5

what happens if broken bones are left untreated?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the bone: Some untreated broken bones (fractures) will heal without any difficulty. However, many broken bones require treatment. Some require nonsurgical treatment, but others require surgery for proper alignment and healing. Depending on the location and nature of the broken bone, some treatment is often warranted. All broken bones should ideally be evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 6

is nonunion when you just have broken bones forever?

Accepted Answer

: Bones normally heal across fracture lines. Nonunion would mean that the fragments are not healing back together as they should. When this happens surgical intervention is normally the next step, depending on the bone

Question 7

which doctors treat broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Orthopedic surgeon: Orthopedic surgeons are the specialists that typically treat fractures and other abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system.

Question 8

is anesthesia always used when setting broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: This will depend upon several factors:  severity of the fracture, timing of the injury, patient age and medical condition, coexisting injuries, and so forth. Those mds who specialize in caring for fractures want to assure patient comfort, safety and successful healing. If anesthesia or sedation will be helpful and safe, doctors won't hesitate. Don't worry!

Question 9

could you tell me what are casts for broken bones made of?

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass: Most these days are fiberglass. Plaster of paris is still used by some. There are advantages and disadvantages to each. Fiberglass is "waterproof" (but one has to use a hairdryer to drive the water out to avoid skin irritation). Plaster tends to be less expensive and easier to mold, but has to be kept dry.

Question 10

can heat packs help heal broken bones?

Accepted Answer

No: Heat will make the area feel better, but will not accelerate bone healing.

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