How To Treat Fractures

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Overview Of Fractures

• A fracture is caused by either a fragmented or broken bone
• Happens when force is placed on the bone
• Takes place with or without the dislocation of bone fragments

Various Fractures

• Open fracture: The skin cracks resulting in an open injury
• Closed fracture: The skin is not cracked
• Complex fractures: There is harm to the adjacent organs
• Stress fracture: Hairline crack as a result of recurring anxiety

  

Symptoms of Fracture

• The person experiences lots of pain
• The casualty has trouble moving around
• There is lots of inflammation, staining, and bleeding
• There might be an abnormality or unusual twist of the limbs
• The skin might be tender when pressure is applied

Applying First Aid For Fractures

• It all depends on the sort and position of the fracture

First Aid For Open Fractures

• You need to manage the bleeding before any treatment is applied
• Clean and bandage the wound

For Open And Closed Fractures

• Look to see if the casualty is breathing
• Make sure the casualty is calm
• Check to see if any other injuries were sustained
• Keep the broken wound still and make sure the casualty doesn’t move
• Place ice to decrease pain and inflammation
• Phone a doctor for medical assistance and advice

Certain Things You Must NOT DO

• Don’t rub the affected region
• Don’t try to straighten the fractured bone
• Don’t shift the fractured bone without the necessary support
• Don’t move any of the joints surrounding the fracture
• Don’t offer any food or liquids to the casualty.

Prevention Of Fractures

• Make sure you wear defensive pads or helmets while driving
• Explain to your kids about applying proper safety measures to avoid fractures and what they should do, such as proper first aid.

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