Question 1

hand fractures in children should be treated how?

Accepted Answer

Mostly cast: It depends on which bone is broken and if there is any displacement or shift of the fracture or angular ion at the fracture site. Casting is the most common method of fracture treatment, but splint or brace might also be used. Buddy taping to the adjacent finger is also possible for partially healed minor finger fractures.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: hand fractures in children?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis is the: Most important as the location, severity, age, angulation, skeletal maturity, and other injury patterns are the most important. Typically immobilization kids leans toward more is better. Kids heal fast and often stiffness is not an issue but proper positioning and determination of when it is safe to go forward are essential. Thus childrens fractures:best treated by an experienced person. Above all

Question 3

can a fractured right metacarpel hand cause problems in the future at the moment when i bend it is shorter and when you lift heavy objects it pains?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: A metacarpal fracture should be a very treatable condition and for most patients will cause no future problems.  However, if the bone does not heal in good alignment or if it fails to heal (nonunion), then persistent pain can result.  See a physician if your symptoms persist.

Question 4

if a child falls and lands on the floor with his/her hands.. is it possible that it could cause a slight fracture to the collarbone?

Accepted Answer

Depends on situation: The collar bone is one of the most often broken bones of the body.It is often cracked after a fall with the kid falling at an angle that involves falling more toward one shoulder.

Question 5

i have 2 fingers on right hand 4th & 5th won't bend after fracture healed. is there a way to get them to bend again, an what is cause?

Accepted Answer

Probably/Unsure: After a fracture and the immobilization required to let the fx heal, the joints can freeze up.  You should work with your doctor, the orthopedist or whomever and see a physical therapist who specializes in pt of the hand.  You may gain some or all of your motion.  If not, you may have to see a hand surgeon to see if there is more treatment to restore your motion.  Don't delay.

Question 6

what can cause tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: nerve damage,nerve compression,swelling, bruising, tight casts. too many causes/ discuss with dr. treating fx.

Question 7

will a broken elbow (vertical fracture on the radial head) cause pain and weakness in wrist/hand? or could it be a whole other injury? ive been having a hard time moving my hand and wrist. fingers have been swollen and i cant move my hand palm up?

Accepted Answer

: A nerve injury due to a broken elbow can cause wrist and hand weakness but it should not cause the swollen fingers. You probably have a hand injury at the same time. You should be re-examined and may need to have X-ray of the wrist &amp; hand done.

Question 8

i accidentally hit myself in the eye with my hand. i am not experiencing any pain, redness, bruising, or blurred vision. is it possible i have caused any damage? 6 months ago i had an orbital fracture in the same eye and am worried about re-injury?

Accepted Answer

: you don’t mention when this occurred, however if you don’t have any discomfort at this time it is highly unlikely you caused any damage to the eye. The surface of the eye, called the cornea is very sensitive to trauma and you would have had pain immediately

Question 9

70 yr old man had an accident wrist fractured but now its fine but i cant completely close right wrist. whats the reason for this?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: I'm not sure what you mean by "close the wrist"?  Do you have restricted range of motion with flexion and extension of the wrist?  This is common after a fracture.  You should look up exercises for the wrist (Ask.com) and do these daily.  If that doesn't work an occupational therapist can help get the range of motion back.

Question 10

my thirteen year old daughter has a "buckle fracture" on her wrist. should i be concerned about possible weaknesses that would have caused this?

Accepted Answer

Minor fracture: Most don't realize it but these bones are tubular. With trauma, the bone can dent like a beer can. They can hurt but   don't cause instability like a traditional fx. The dent or buckle heals without weakening the bone.

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If a child falls and lands on the floor with his/her hands.. is it possible that it could cause a slight fracture to the collarbone?

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I have 2 fingers on right hand 4th & 5th won't bend after fracture healed. is there a way to get them to bend again, an what is cause?

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What can cause tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

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Will a broken elbow (vertical fracture on the radial head) cause pain and weakness in wrist/hand? or could it be a whole other injury? ive been having a hard time moving my hand and wrist. fingers have been swollen and i cant move my hand palm up?

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I accidentally hit myself in the eye with my hand. i am not experiencing any pain, redness, bruising, or blurred vision. is it possible i have caused any damage? 6 months ago i had an orbital fracture in the same eye and am worried about re-injury?

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70 yr old man had an accident wrist fractured but now its fine but i cant completely close right wrist. whats the reason for this?

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My thirteen year old daughter has a "buckle fracture" on her wrist. should i be concerned about possible weaknesses that would have caused this?

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