Question 1

how much would a small hairline fracture on the pelvis hurt?

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Depends: This is completely dependent on the individuals pain threshhold.  Some people complain about a slpinter and others can walk on a broken leg - its all dependent on the individual.

Question 2

i've just been told that i have a hairline fracture to the pelvis but i wasnt given a cast what's up?

Accepted Answer

See below: This type of fracture will not need a cast.

Question 3

hairline fracture in hip, does it get worse?

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Hip fracture: Hip fractures can be very serious injuries and can lead to long-term problems such as arthritis.  Even a hairline fracture can displace (shift) - make sure to follow your surgeons' recommendations.

Question 4

how long for a hairline fracture of hip to heal?

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Hip fracture: Typically six weeks is necessary for any fracture to mend. There are extenuating circumstances however. Compression side fractures can generally be left alone and allowed to heal naturally. Fractures on the tension inside of the bone however commonly need internal fixation. See your orthopedic surgeon to know for sure.

Question 5

how long will it take for a hip hairline fracture to heal?

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6-12 weeks: Depending on the type of fracture, most of these injuries will require surgery.  Afterward, it takes about six weeks for the bone to become structurally solid.  It can take an extended period of time for all the muscles, ligaments and tendons involved to heal more fully.

Question 6

what are symptoms of a hairline fracture in your hand?

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Pain, swelling...: ... Decreased painful range of motion, strength deficits, night pain, persistent symptoms more than three or four days. If you have point tenderness, this too is a suggestive sign that may require a visit to your primary care doc, sports doc or orthopedist. You may need an xray and/or immobilization, sometimes even surgery. It's best to diagnose fractures early, so you can best heal in alignment.

Question 7

what are some signs and symptoms of a metacrapal hairline fracture or just regular fracture?

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Pain: An unstable fracture will have deformity but a stress fracture could displace if ignored.  Generally they have focal pain over the bone.  X-rays are the way to know forvsure.

Question 8

what are some of the symptoms of ankle bone hairline fracture?

Accepted Answer

Hairline fracture: Pain over bony area of injury, worsening pain on standing or working ankle, swelling, .

Question 9

its been two weeks since my friend injured his jaw.what are the symptoms of mandible hairline fracture like on the left angle of jaw?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Clinical examination would include assessment of the occlusion (bite), tenderness to palpation of the muscles and jaw , resistance movements (both opening and closing), and manipulation of the jaw. Also, tooth position/looseness would be checked. Radiographic imaging would include Panoramic and 3D scans. Some may add a lateral Ceph. See a specialist - Oral Surgeon- for evaluation. Good Luck.

Question 10

what is a hairline fracture?

Accepted Answer

Capillary fracture: A minor fracture that appears on x-ray film as a thin line between two segments of a bone. The segments remain in alignment and the fracture may not extend completely through the bone.

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