What is Fracture - Fracture involves break in the continuity of a bone - Fracture is often diagnosed with X-ray or CT scan Types of Fracture (Mechanism of Injury) Pathological Fracture - Fracture caused by impaired bone condition (e.g. osteoporosis), rather than excessive force or high speed trauma. Stress Fracture - Fracture caused by repetitive normal forces. This leads to bone strain and subsequent fracture. Simple Fracture - Fracture caused by excessive force or high speed trauma Fracture Induced Life-Threatening Injuries - Arterial haemorrhage, or loss of blood characterized by excessive swelling and bruising. - Neurological damage, characterized by loss of sensation and muscle strength - Organ damage. Fracture Management - Prognosis (What Happens Next) - Generally, fracture heals within 4-12 weeks. Healing time varies depending on the type and location of fracture. Fracture Management - Immobilization - Immobilization provides joint stability, reduces pain, and encourages bony union or fracture healing - However, prolonged immobilization will induce muscle weakness, and joint and muscle stiffness Fracture Management - Benefits of Massage - Massage induces pain relief. - Massage breaks down muscle restrictions and scar tissues, thus enhances mobility and reduces stiffness. - Massage enhances circulation, which facilitates healing and reduces swelling. - Massage induces proper alignment of the newly produced collagen fibers or scar tissues post-fracture. Best Richmond Massage I Ironwood Massage I Richmond BC Steveston Medi Spa offers various massage services to facilitate fracture healing, and help you combat the secondary impairments associated with immobilization, including pain, swelling, and muscle/joint stiffness. References 1. What is Fracture? Medical News Today Web site. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/173312.php |
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