Print
EmailAdvertisement
Welcome
If more pressure is put on a bone than it can stand, it will split or break. A break of any size is called a fracture. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open fracture (compound fracture). A stress f...
Basic Info
Symptoms
A visibly out-of-place or misshapen limb or joint; Swelling, bruising, or bleeding; Intense pain; Numbness and tingling...
Causes
The following are common causes of broken bones: Fall from a height; Motor vehicle accidents; Direct blow; Child abuse;...
Treatments
Check the person's airway and breathing. If necessary, call 911 and begin rescue breathing, CPR , or bleeding control ....
Prevention
Wear protective gear while skiing, biking, roller blading, and participating in contact sports. This includes helmets, ...
Basic Info
In Depth
In Depth
Multimedia
|
|
Multimedia
Advertisement
 |
 |
Home | About | Health Experts | Careers | Site Map | Feedback | Help | Health Tools | Tell a Friend
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2005 - 2008 Healthline Networks, Inc. All rights reserved.