Bone fractures(Transverse fracture)
Defination
Refers to the fracture line is perpendicular to the shaft (long part) of the bone
Causes
Falls.
Car, motorcycle, or pedestrian accidents.
Severe and sudden twisting or bending.
Severe blows to the back and spine.
Violence, such as a gunshot.
Signs and symptoms
Sudden pain in the spine at the time of injury.
Decreased range of motion in the spine.
Pain when bending or twisting.
Tenderness.
Swelling at the fracture site.
Refrences
Pharmacological management
A back brace (called TSLO) or abdominal binder may be prescribed
to reduce pain by limiting motion at the fracture site.
can be treated at home with rest and medicine for pain and swelling.
After the healing time, you will be advised to gradually return to normal activities over the next 3 or 4 weeks
Pathophysiology
transverse fracture is perpendicular to the axis of the bone.
Careplan
Maintain bed rest or limb rest as indicated.
Provides stability,
Secure a bed board under the mattress or place the patient on the orthopedic bed.
Support fracture site with pillows or folded blankets.
Prevents unnecessary movement and disruption of alignment.
Use sufficient personnel when turning. Avoid using an abduction bar when turning a patient with a spica cast.
Observe and evaluate splinted extremity for resolution of edema.
Crosby, D.G., Rahman, M.M., Rahman, M.K. and Rahman, S.S., 2002. Single and multiple transverse fracture initiation from horizontal wells
Robles, L.A., 2009. Transverse sacral fractures. The Spine Journal