Fractures
Also called: Broken bone Summary A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause weakening of the bones. Overuse […]
Broken Bones
en español Fracturas de huesos What Is a Broken Bone? A broken bone, also called a fracture (say: FRAK-shur), is when a break goes through part or all of a bone. How Do Broken Bones Happen? Most broken bones in kids happen from a fall. Kids also can break a bone in an accident or […]
Broken Bones and Other Childhood Injuries
As a parent we don’t want significant accidents to occur—but they do. Kids suffer abrasions, cuts, scalds and burns. They dislocate fingers and break bones. And they swallow things. While we don’t recommend that you encase your young ones in bubble wrap or tape their mouths shut, we do suggest you The most common sources […]