Fracture small and large Shin bone

A fracture of the tibia - the phenomenon not frequent, but very serious. This injury may affect both fibula and greater. In addition, there are very serious cases, when diagnosed with a fracture of both bones at once. Such damage is more serious than, as in this case, to straighten the bone fragments without surgical operation is not possible.

The reasons for receiving such a fracture can be very different, but the main is the impact of some force, such as in a car accident, or due to a fall from a considerable height. The most dangerous fracture with displacement because the bone fragments may be displaced both internally and outside from the point of impact and thereby damage the muscle tissue and blood vessels.

Also the fracture can be oblique and spiral. A similar fracture can occur if the moment of the stroke or drop foot is fixed (there are times when foot get stuck somewhere), and the body at this point makes a sharp bend. A fracture can be both double and single. And in the case that the fracture obtained from a fall from a great height on straight leg, it may be a complication of hemorrhage in the kneecap.

Symptoms of damage to the tibia

Displaced fractures if such fractures can be seen with the naked eye. The only exceptions are cracks in bones and a very small offset. The main symptom is a strong, sharp pain when you try to lean on the leg and inability to stand. Leg is noticeably swollen, and if the blow was very strong, can appear hematoma.

One of the visual signs of such a rupture is the visible shortening of the affected leg, in addition, the limb can be turned to the side not quite natural. This happens due to the fact that fragments of the bones that moved, closer to each other. To rotate the leg the affected person can, unless there has been a shift of axis. In the case where only a broken fibula, the person may even be wary to rely on the leg. If such injured children, in some cases, such fracture can be very subtle. Therefore, if the child complains of discomfort or pain in the leg, it is best to consult a doctor to ensure no fracture.

Diagnosis and treatment

To see the full clinical picture of the damage, it's not enough.

To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor sends the patient for x-rayslower leg in two projections, which gives almost complete information on the nature and complexity of the damage. The only exception is the case of fracture in the tibiofibular joint.

The nature and methods of treatment entirely depends on what kind of fracture in which part of the bone he is stationed. The most simple in the treatment - fracture of both tibia and fibula without displacement. After the diagnosis is confirmed, the doctor puts a plaster on the leg from the toes (the height depends on the fracture site). To the question about how much time should go in a cast, there is no definite answer because it all depends on the nature of damage, number of affected bones. If only a broken fibula, then it is considered a mild injury and recovery time, respectively, in short.

If there was a fracture of the tibia with significant displacement, the primary objective is the determination of an offset. If it is oblique, primarily for the reduction will be used, the method of extraction, after which the bones will fall into place. The method of drawing consists in the introduction into the bone special spokes, on which hang individually selected goods. If the fracture is transverse, then there is imposed a special metal plate on top of which, for fixing a plaster cast put. Further treatment will be conducted according to the standard algorithm for the treatment of fractures with a typical offset.

The most difficult fracture is damage to small and large tibia with significant displacement. In this case, the choice of treatment depends solely on the number and location of fragments and the fracture Very often in such a situation without surgery to put the bones in place is simply impossible.

Rehabilitation and recovery

Rehabilitation with a broken leg is most important in successful treatment. If you do not pay enough attention to him, the total treatment time may be very prolonged, and in rare cases, this can lead to significant consequences. In the first place after the plaster was removed, it is necessary to conduct a full restoration of muscles and normalize blood circulation in them.

With this purpose, the attending physician prescribes a special course of physiotherapy and special massage. Physical exercises which is recommended to do is entirely feasible in the home.

It is worth remembering that the training program should be picked up by the doctor strictly individually, taking into accountfeatures of your body and the specifics of the injury, so to create load on the damaged foot is not recommended.

The recovery period of the lower extremity after trauma is not without appointed physiotherapy, and specifically, without visiting sessions electrophoresis. After the removal of plaster after a week recommend starting to use the pool. Sailing contributes greatly to the development of foot after fracture.

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A significant load on the equipment and normal running should be included in the curriculum only when even the circulation does not bring any pain,and you can safely rely on the injured leg. It is best for further studies on the development of the limb fits the bike.