According to the Weber classification, fracture of the lateral malleolus at the syndesmosis joint constitutes a Type B Weber fracture. A fracture of the lateral malleolus above the syndesmosis joint ...

A supracondylar fracture is an injury to the humerus, or upper arm bone, at its narrowest point, just above the elbow. Supracondylar fractures are most common in children under 7 years old, but they ...

Share on Pinterest A spiral fracture is usually treated right away with surgery. After the surgery, a cast may be worn. A spiral fracture happens when a long bone is torn in half by a twisting force ...

A Salter-Harris fracture is a fracture in the growth plate of a child’s bone. A growth plate is a layer of growing tissue close to the ends of a child’s bone. Growth plates are fragile portions of the ...

A skull fracture is any break in the cranial bone (skull). Most heal without intervention, but if there’s brain damage or surgery was needed, recovery can take weeks or months. There are many types of ...

Hip fractures are common in older people and require admission to hospital and surgical repair. They are associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality, so skilled nursing assessment and ...

A supracondylar fracture is a type of elbow fracture common in young children. The location and cause of the fracture determine the type. A supracondylar fracture is a fracture in the upper arm just ...