Question 1

what is the term used to describe the procedure to place pins/screws to repair the broken leg?

Accepted Answer

ORIF: When an orthopedic surgeon repairs a broken bone by making an incision in the skin and then fixing the bones with plates and screws, this is called 'open reduction with internal fixation.'  if pins alone are used to fix a bone without making a skin incision, this is usually referred to as a 'closed reduction with percutaneous pinning.'.

Question 2

i have a broken leg  but my question is why does it feel hot is it because i have a metal with some screws?

Accepted Answer

NOT LIKELY: You could have a blood clot, infection setting in  or just inflammation from surgery. In any case talk to you surgeon asap.

Question 3

broken leg w/ screw told not to put weight on it or else screw will shatter. fell, leaned on leg briefly while wearing walking boot. will it be okay?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: I'm not sure what surgery you had, but breaking hardware is typically very painful. If you aren't experiencing increasing pain or swelling, it's probably okay. X-rays would confirm your suspicion.

Question 4

my boyfriend have a broken leg just healing up but still swelling and now he have itchy red bumps all over his body?

Accepted Answer

Allergy?: If he is taking medications for his broken leg, he may be having an allergic reaction.

Question 5

how long before i go back to work after a broken leg?

Accepted Answer

Could be months: Of course depends on the job and on the level of the fracture, but usually able to walk without a cast or crutch by 6 weeks for minor fractures and it may be 4-5 months for a tibial fracture walking without a cast or crutch..

Question 6

how can i stay active with a broken leg?

Accepted Answer

Certainly: you can work your upper body with weights or weight machines.  You can do sit-ups and core type exercises.  Swimming could be done if you have a waterproof cast or removable splint.  Sometimes even riding a stationary bike is possible.

Question 7

can a broken leg make that leg shorter as the child grows?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: A nasty break through a growth center may result in some leg shortening on the affected side if not properly treated. Most breaks that receive proper attention will have no effect on final adult height.

Question 8

how can i take a broken leg on a trip?

Accepted Answer

Adequate splinting: Folks with broken bones in the legs  can travel if the fracture is either adequately fixed or well immobilized so as to cut down on mobility at the fracture site.

Question 9

when is it okay to walk after broken leg?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are some fractures that are safe to weight bear.  Others require a period of protected weight bearing.  Ask your orthopedist.

Question 10

is it usual for a broken leg to be swollen for two weeks?

Accepted Answer

Brokn en leg: Yes swelling is very common. Keep leg elevated to reduce swelling.

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