Femur Fracture – Fracture of the Thigh Bone Femur fractures are common in children. They are the unfortunate result of high velocity trauma such as auto-pedestrian accidents or auto-bicycle accidents. The femur is the strongest long bone in the body and it takes considerable force to break it. Despite this, the femur has an incredible capacity to heal. …
Fractures of the upper arm…. A broken shoulder, aka a fractured humerus Fractures of the upper arm, the humerus, are common. They typically occur after a fall on the arm or shoulder. These are among the most forgiving fractures in the body. It is often said that if the ends of the broken humerus are …
Pediatric Sports Medicine Organized sports for children are increasing in the United States. The potential physical, psychological, and social benefits of participation in such programs are many. However, negative consequences can also occur. Both children and their parents are often driven by the many tangible rewards for exceptional performance. This has resulted in a major …
Fractures and Sprains about the knee in children Knee Fractures Fractures in and around the knee are common in children. They are often the result of sports activities or falls from bicycles or other playground equipment. It is extremely important to distinguish fractures from “sprains” in children. In children, the ligaments around the knee are often stronger than …
Non-accidental trauma (NAT), or battered child syndrome, must be recognized and reported by primary care physicians treating pediatric injuries. The diagnosis of NAT is rarely straightforward. About 75% of abused children are younger than 3 years of age. The consequences of failure to diagnose NAT are significant, with a 35% risk of repeat injury and …
