Fractures / Breaks
A fracture is a break or crack in a bone ?. It can range from a small hairline crack to a complete break, sometimes piercing the skin (⚠️ open fracture).
The bone is broken but skin is intact. ? Most common type.
The bone breaks through the skin. ⚠️ High risk of infection and bleeding.
The bone bends and cracks — common in children. Like bending a twig.
Bone is crushed, often in the spine. ? Common in elderly or with osteoporosis.
If anything seems wrong, it's an emergency ?.
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