Question 1

what is the main difference between a compound fracture and a contusion?

Accepted Answer

Injury Type: A contusion is essentially an area of injured tissue with ruptured capillaries - what is commonly referred to as a "bruise." a compound fracture is also called an "open fracture" and it is a broken bone that has erupted through the skin.

Question 2

in general how can you tell the difference between a fracture and a bruise of the metatarsal?

Accepted Answer

Fracture: X-rays and possibly CT scan can differentiate. Bruising is painful and may need splinting and protected weight bearing just like a fracture

Question 3

how to tell if i have a fractured arm or a bone contusion?

Accepted Answer

Level of pain: A stable, nondisplaced arm fracture may present similar to a severe contusion.  Typically, a fracture will hurt for a longer period of time.  Also, a fracture usually can be diagnosed with radiographs.

Question 4

is an x-ray the only way to know if bone contusions caused stress fractures? or are there symptoms that you can go by? can't get dr. to check for it.

Accepted Answer

Xray the second best: After an mri.  Pain can be severe with a sprain.

Question 5

3 years ago i fell and got a concussion as well as skull fractures and contusion. have been dizzy lately (same as after accident). should i worried?

Accepted Answer

Agree with Dr. G: It would be prudent to consult a neurologist.
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Question 6

how long would i be out of soccer with a foot contusion or a foot fracture?

Accepted Answer

Foot injury: A fracture will put you out at least 6 weeks. A contusion may only be a week.

Question 7

5 weeks ago - contusion & maybe sprain on foot - x-rays = no fracture; excess pressure (dance) = pain. how expedite healing? any natural anti inflama?

Accepted Answer

Occult fx: If your pain persists you may an occult fx.  Get a repeat xray and see a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon.

Question 8

6 y.o. kid with vertebral compression fracture (t8-t9 fractured and contusion in t12-l2), fell from 6-7 ft, no pain, feels fine. is it ok in the first 3 months after the trauma: 1) to sit? 2) to sleep either on his back with a pillow or on side?

Accepted Answer

: He should sleep in any position he wants. His body will decide whether it is appropriate.

Question 9

how would u treat grade 2/3 high ankle sprain? w/ extensive damage. 4x ligament/tendon tear, 2bone contusion, hairline fracture medial malleoius +more

Accepted Answer

Orthopedic: consultation: this is a serious injury. You will need  the ankle placed in an acrylic cast with follow up x-rays.

Question 10

it's been 3 months since a traumatic car accident with a y shaped fracture of the skull, broken ribs, contusions & abrasions, leg injury but not fractured. needing to fly home which is 12 hr flight from istanbul to st. louis mo. is it safe to fly?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. You should consult the doctor who treated you as s/he knows more about your health. It is likely that it is safe for you to fly if you are able to carry out your daily activities without undue difficulty.
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What is the difference between a fracture and a contusion

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What is the main difference between a compound fracture and a contusion?

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In general how can you tell the difference between a fracture and a bruise of the metatarsal?

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How to tell if i have a fractured arm or a bone contusion?

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Is an x-ray the only way to know if bone contusions caused stress fractures? or are there symptoms that you can go by? can't get dr. to check for it.

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3 years ago i fell and got a concussion as well as skull fractures and contusion. have been dizzy lately (same as after accident). should i worried?

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How long would i be out of soccer with a foot contusion or a foot fracture?

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5 weeks ago - contusion & maybe sprain on foot - x-rays = no fracture; excess pressure (dance) = pain. how expedite healing? any natural anti inflama?

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6 y.o. kid with vertebral compression fracture (t8-t9 fractured and contusion in t12-l2), fell from 6-7 ft, no pain, feels fine. is it ok in the first 3 months after the trauma: 1) to sit? 2) to sleep either on his back with a pillow or on side?

A member asked:

How would u treat grade 2/3 high ankle sprain? w/ extensive damage. 4x ligament/tendon tear, 2bone contusion, hairline fracture medial malleoius +more

A member asked:

It's been 3 months since a traumatic car accident with a y shaped fracture of the skull, broken ribs, contusions & abrasions, leg injury but not fractured. needing to fly home which is 12 hr flight from istanbul to st. louis mo. is it safe to fly?

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