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Created By: Heidi Reese, Eric Szekely, and Tony Capatch oSimple oCompound oComminuted oCompression oDepressed oImpacted oSpiral oGreenstick Definition Bone Breaks cleanly but does not penetrate the skin. It is sometimes called a “Closed Fracture.” Repair In a simple fracture the doctor will use their hands to coax the bones back into their normal position and then a cast or sling will be used to immobilize the bones and allow the fracture to heal. Definition Broken Ends of the bone protrude through soft tissues and the skin. Called an “Open Fracture.” More serious than a simple fracture; may result in a severe bone infection (osteomyelitis), requiring massive doses of antibiotics. Repair In a compound fracture you must align the fracture and allow it to be immobilized just like in a simple fracture, however it sometimes will not only need an external splint but also it may need fixed internally by using pins or wires. Definition Bone breaks into many fragments. Particularly common in the aged whose bones are more brittle. Repair In a comminuted fracture the fragmented pieces much be put back together with pins, wires, etc and then just like any other fracture it must be immobilized so that it may heal. Definition The Bone is crushed and this type of fracture is common in porous bones. Repair In most compression fractures treatment consists of immobilization and the wearing of a brace or corset. Definition Broken bone portion is pressed inward this is typical of a skull fracture. Repair Depressed fractures may be treated with or without an operation. This all depends on the severity of the fracture elevation and debridement is the recommended surgical ways to treat a depressed fracture and if surgery is not necessary you would treat it just like the other fractures, with a cast and immobilization. Definition Broken bone ends are forced into each other. This commonly occurs when one falls and attempts to break the fall with outstretched arms. This is common in hip fractures. Repair Impacted fractures are generally treated with immobilization where the fracture occurred and also using pins to stabilize the area and prevent later problems. Definition Ragged break occurs when excessive twisting forces are applied to a bone. This type of fracture is common in sports fractures. Repair Spiral fractures are treated with surgical placement of pins or wires to return the bone to it’s normal position and then bracing is then used to immobilize the area. Definition The bone breaks incompletely, much in the way a green twig breaks. Common in children, whose bones are relatively more collagen in their matrix and are more flexible than those of adults. Repair Generally treated with closed reduction and then by applying a cast to help immobilize and straighten out the bone. References Femoral Neck Fractures. (n.d.). Pain and Disability. Retrieved November 18, 2009, from http://www.painanddisability.com/Surgery/Fractures/Femoral_Neck.html Fracture Repair - definition of Fracture Repair in the Medical dictionary - by the Free Online Medical Dictionary, Thesaurus and Encyclopedia.. (n.d.). Medical Dictionary. Retrieved November 18, 2009, from http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Fracture+Repair Zdeblick, T. (2009, February 20). Compression and Wedge Fractures: Treatment and Recovery. Back Pain, Neck Pain, Sciatica - Symptoms Exercises Treatments Causes. Retrieved November 18, 2009, from http://www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article924.html greenstick fracture: Definition from Answers.com. (n.d.). Answers.com: Wiki Q&A combined with free online dictionary, thesaurus, and encyclopedias. Retrieved November 18, 2009, from http://www.answers.com/topic/greenstick-fracture#Treatment APA formatting by BibMe.org.