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ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERIES

Upper Limb Fracture

An upper limb fracture refers to a break or crack in any of the bones in the arm, forearm, wrist, or hand. These fractures can result from various causes, including falls, sports injuries, car accidents, and direct trauma to the area.

Here’s an overview of upper limb fractures:

Anatomy: The upper limb consists of several bones, including the humerus (upper arm bone), radius, and ulna (bones of the forearm), as well as the bones of the wrist (carpals), hand (metacarpals), and fingers (phalanges).

Types of Fractures:

  • Humerus fractures: Fractures of the humerus can occur near the shoulder joint (proximal humerus), in the middle of the bone (shaft), or near the elbow joint (distal humerus).
  • Radius and ulna fractures: Fractures of the radius and ulna can involve the shaft of these bones or the distal ends near the wrist joint.
  • Wrist fractures: Fractures of the wrist often involve the distal radius, which is the larger of the two forearm bones that forms part of the wrist joint.
  • Hand fractures: Fractures of the hand can affect the metacarpal bones (bones of the palm) or the phalanges (finger bones).

Symptoms: Symptoms of an upper limb fracture may include pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, tenderness, difficulty moving the affected limb, and in some cases, an audible snap or crack at the time of injury.

Diagnosis: Diagnosis of an upper limb fracture typically involves a physical examination, evaluation of the patient’s medical history, and imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRI to confirm the presence and extent of the fracture.

Recovery and Rehabilitation: Recovery from an upper limb fracture can vary depending on the location and severity of the injury, as well as the treatment approach. Following treatment, rehabilitation may be recommended to help restore range of motion, strength, and function of the affected limb.

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