Miscellaneous

When to repeat radiography for a foot fracture?

When to repeat radiography for a foot fracture?

Repeat radiography at one week if fracture is intra-articular or required reduction Displaced intra-articular fractures; angulation > 20° in dorsoplantar plane; angulation > 10° in the mediolateral plane; rotational deformity > 20°; nondisplaced intra-articular fractures involving > 25% of the joint; physis fractures Figure 1.

How is the healing rate of foot fractures?

Foot fractures range widely in severity, prognosis, and treatment. Healing rates also vary considerably depending on the age of the patient and comorbidities. Thus, this article provides general healing ranges for each fracture. The fractures reviewed in this article are summarized in Table 1.

How is the management of a foot fracture determined?

Diagnosis requires radiographic evaluation, although emerging evidence demonstrates that ultrasonography may be just as accurate. Management is determined by the location of the fracture and its effect on balance and weight bearing.

What was the verdict in the foot fracture case?

The defense alleges the girl does not suffer from arthritis. A jury awards the plaintiff $53,000 for past medical costs, $70,000 for future medical cost, $2,500,000 for past pain and suffering, and $4,000,000 for future pain and suffering. 2010, Maryland: $925,000 Verdict.

Repeat radiography at one week if fracture is intra-articular or required reduction Displaced intra-articular fractures; angulation > 20° in dorsoplantar plane; angulation > 10° in the mediolateral plane; rotational deformity > 20°; nondisplaced intra-articular fractures involving > 25% of the joint; physis fractures Figure 1.

Foot fractures range widely in severity, prognosis, and treatment. Healing rates also vary considerably depending on the age of the patient and comorbidities. Thus, this article provides general healing ranges for each fracture. The fractures reviewed in this article are summarized in Table 1.

When did I get a stress fracture in my foot?

I received a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal on 9/30/15 (my husband stepped on my foot accidentally). I also have a lingering hard knot in the arch from the experience that’s quite sore (I believe they referred to it as a fibroma).

How does fracture comminution affect a foot fracture?

The greater the comminution, the greater the chance satisfactory alignment of the fracture itself may not be achieved which can cause ongoing problems and pain. Fracture comminution has a real impact on the degree to which the foot surgeon can internally fix the fracture fragments and provide stability at the fracture site.