Background: Precise indications for computed tomography (CT) in proximal humeral fractures are not established ... X-ray-quality to establish a treatment plan. After physical examination plain ...

Posteriorly displaced fractures may be angulated or displaced medially or laterally. Uncommonly, direct force applied to the flexed elbow may displace the distal humerus fracture anteriorly.

Most buckle fractures will get better as long as they are given time to heal. Your child may need to wear a cast or splint for several weeks if they have a buckle fracture. Buckle fractures do not ...

"This finding contrasts with the commonly held notion that only adult fractures occurring at older ages are associated with ...

The humerus is a common site for metastatic ... term survival rates due to recent advances in treatment options. The improvement in survival rates has also been attributed to introduction of novel ...

The wrist is then placed in a cast until healing, at which time the pins are removed and therapy begun. External fixation is a time-honored technique that involves using an external frame holding pins ...

Factors that influence recovery include age, the severity of the injury, general health, smoking, and a person's commitment to physical therapy. If treated appropriately, there are seldom any ...

In the EU 27 + 2, incident fracture ... term treatment strategy for each patient before starting osteoporosis-specific treatment, as the timing and sequencing of the use of certain drugs is important.

Therefore, the aim was to establish for the first time collaborative recommendations ... and pharmacological treatment to decrease the risk of subsequent fracture. Osteoporosis is the most common ...