Fractures

Calcium Quiz

True or false: If you don't get enough calcium in your diet, your body will take the calcium it needs from your bones.
Bone Densitometry

Bone densitometry is used primarily to diagnose osteoporosis and to determine fracture risk. The testing procedure measures the bone density of the bones of the spine, pelvis, lower arm, and thigh.

Did You Know?

Depending on the severity of the break, a bone can take several weeks to several months to heal, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Although the pain ends fairly soon in the process, the bone needs time to become solid enough to use normally.

Bone Density Test
A bone density test measures the strength and density of your bones as you approach menopause and, when the test is repeated sometime later, can help determine how quickly you are losing bone mass and density.

Cast Types and Maintenance Instructions
The outside of a cast can be made of plaster or fiberglass. Cotton and synthetic materials line the inside of the cast to make it soft and to provide padding around bony areas, such as the wrist or elbow.

Crutch Walking
Hold the top part of the crutch firmly between the chest and the inside of the upper arm. Do not allow the top of the crutch to push up into the armpit. It is possible to damage nerves and blood vessels with constant pressure.

Fractures
A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture occurs, it is classified as either open or closed.

Hip Fracture
A hip fracture is classified by the specific area of the break and the type of break(s) in the bone. It is a serious injury and requires immediate medical attention.

Sports and Fractures
Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports.

Sprains, Strains, Breaks: What’s the Difference?
If you've sprained your ankle, you know what pain is. But maybe that "sprain" was a "strain" or possibly even a "break." The amount of pain in each case can be virtually equal.

You Can Head Off Stress Fractures
A stress fracture occurs when you increase the length or intensity of your workout too quickly.
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