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Overview
A break in the normal structure of a bone. Bone fractures most often result from an accidental injury, although they may be caused by repeated stress from such activities as walking, dancing, or marching, or by medical conditions that weaken the b...[read article]
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Tests for Broken Arm
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An extremity x-ray is an image of the hands, wrist, or feet, or all of these areas. The term extremity often specifically refers to a human hand or foot. X-rays are... More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, just like visible light. In a health care setting, a machines sends are individual x-ray particles, called photons. ... More
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Medical Procedures for Broken Arm
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First aid is the initial basic treatment of an injured or ill person. First aid requires an observer first to evaluate the injured or ill person and then to interve... More
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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin... More
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A splint is a device used for holding a part of the body stable and motionless to decrease pain and prevent further injury. More
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Application of Cast
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Application of Short Arm Cast
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Closed Fracture Repair
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A sling is a device used to support and keep still (immobilize) an injured part of the body. Slings can be used for many different injuries, but are most often used... More
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Surgical Procedures for Broken Arm
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Open Fracture Repair
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closed reduction of fracture with internal fixation
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Control of Wound Hemorrhage
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Self Care for Broken Arm
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Cooling treatments lower body temperature in order to relieve pain , swelling, constriction of blood vessels, and to decrease the liklihood of cellular damage by sl... More
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Alternative Procedures for Broken Arm What's this?
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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a non-invasive technique in which a low-voltage electrical current is delivered through wires from a small pow... More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
