Question 1

what is the broken collar bone recovery timeline?

Accepted Answer

6-12 weeks: The time it takes for your clavicle or collarbone to heal depends on several factors:
1) the location of the fracture, i.e. In middle or at the end of the bone
2) the alignment of the broken ends
3) your age - children heal more quickly than adults (who may need up to 12 weeks).

Treatment is conservative and include a splint to keep your shoulder from moving, a sling for your arm and pain meds.

Question 2

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 3

how are broken bones treated in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

Treated close w cast: Closed fractures were usually treated with plaster of Paris casting, possibly with wedging to correct angular deformities

Question 4

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 5

when broken bones heal does it get itchy?

Accepted Answer

Not typical: This is not typical, but since every individual is unique, it may be that your body reacts in that way.

Question 6

can jra make you prone to more broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Inflammatory arthritis has been linked to the develop of osteoporosis but so can Prednisone and other corticosteriods used to treat these conditions.

Question 7

how do you stabilize broken bones on way to er?

Accepted Answer

Splinting: Anything long and stiff can be made into a splint to hold broken bones stable. Books, brooms, and cardboard boxes have all been used. Sometimes it is just as easy to leave the bones in place and not move it at all. Splinting should also be done without moving the current position of the broken bone, even if it looks odd. In some cases, straightening can cause damage.

Question 8

do broken bones heal when someone is in a coma?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fractures can heal when someone is in a coma. However, people who are bedridden permanently or for long periods of time may often develop weakening of the bones, and often times have other co-morbid problems that accompany their comatose state, like certain nutritional deficiencies that might make them more prone to have fractures.

Question 9

how can i lose weight with multiple broken bones?

Accepted Answer

Wait for recovery: It is very difficult to lose weight when trying to recover from broken bones. Broken bones (fractures) require proper nutrition for healing. In addition, broken bones often limit mobility and the ability to exercise. In general, I advise my patients to maintain proper nutrition until their bones are healed which will allow them to return to exercise and dieting as necessary.

Question 10

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!

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