Question 1

which is better for bone- glucosamine sulphate or glucosamine chondrotin?

Accepted Answer

Glucosamine: They both have same effect. It is better to take both together unless you have allergy to one of them. They have to be taken consistently  in prescribed doses to produce any effect.

Question 2

does taking glucosamine chondroitin help to fortify bone density in elderly people?

Accepted Answer

No: This product is supposed to "loosen your joints" but it will not do anything to your bone density.  Calcium and vitamin d are some supplements that can help with your bone.

Question 3

how should i address broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Broken bones take: 6-8 weeks to heal under normal circumstances.  Normal circumstances involve having it properly examined and immobilized, almost always via some form of casting or splinting.  Mosre serious fractures need to be "set" or repositioned into good alignment before immobilizing in a cast.

Question 4

do nonunion s simply never heal and you are stuck with broken bones forever?

Accepted Answer

: None unions are broken or fractured bones that do not heal. They can really heal on their own. Usually requires a surgery when orthopedic surgeon or placement of a bone stimulator to help the nonunion grow and heal

Question 5

do broken bones cause low hematocrit level?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fractures can cause significant bleeding if there is involvement of blood producing bone marrow. It is usually restored in time with healing of the fracture and restoration of blood stores in a healthy patient.

Question 6

how long does for two broken bones in the arm to heal?

Accepted Answer

Eight weeks: Usually take between six to eight weeks for an adult, children heal a lot faster depending upon the age.

Question 7

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 8

what are some foods that help heal broken bones or fractures?

Accepted Answer

Fractures: A balanced diet is the right answer. Other than that, extra "goodies" are unlikely to be of any benefit.

Question 9

do they always put casts on broken bones or only in serious cases?

Accepted Answer

NO: It depends on what type of broken bone it is.  Specifically, it depend on which bone is broken.  For example, we do not put casts on broken clavicle bones (collar bones), but we do put casts on broken wrist bones (radius bones.)  it also depends on whether or not the bone is displaced or shifted out of position.  If displaced, it needs to be put back in place (reduced) and may even need surgery.

Question 10

do broken bones in the leg grow back stronger after they are break?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: A leg bone fracture will appear on x-ray to have more calcium in the healing area (for a while), but a bone's strength depends on the microscopic structure inside the bone, not just the amount of calcium. In a growing child, a well-healed bone can be stronger 6 months after the break, than before the break, because the child is now older so all his bones should be stronger than 6 months earlier.

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Which is better for bone- glucosamine sulphate or glucosamine chondrotin?

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How should i address broken bones?

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Do nonunion s simply never heal and you are stuck with broken bones forever?

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Do broken bones cause low hematocrit level?

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How long does for two broken bones in the arm to heal?

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

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What are some foods that help heal broken bones or fractures?

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Do broken bones in the leg grow back stronger after they are break?

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