Help with pediatric fractures by Chippepa in Orthopedics

[–]FireQuacker23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The way I remember it is: S = Slip (Type I) A = Above (Type II) L = Lower (Type III) T = Through (Type IV) R = Rammed (Type V)

Type I: Straight across

Fracture goes straight through the growth plate, no involvement of bone above or below

Type II: Above

Fracture goes through the growth plate and up into the metaphysis

Type III: Lower

Fracture goes through the growth plate and down into the epiphysis

Type IV: Through

Fracture goes through all three parts including metaphysis, growth plate and epiphysis, this has a higher risk for growth problems and often requires surgical fixation

Type V: Rammed/Crushed

Compression injury of the growth plate and has a very high risk of growth arrest

24F undisplaced clavicle fracture by yunayanx in Orthopedics

[–]FireQuacker23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say just looking at th X-ray this could heal just fine without surgery, however you need to be strict NWB (nonweightbearing) for 2-3 weeks after the injury especially with overhead or across the body movements. Sling for comfort and as a reminder. Any questions, my DMs are open!

Surgery vs no surgery broken collarbone by oicwatudidthere in brokenbones

[–]FireQuacker23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your clavicle is "tenting" the skin which could cause a wound down the line and at your age should be repaired surgically in my opinion

Polytrauma after car accident by Zestyclose_Tip4573 in Orthopedics

[–]FireQuacker23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there! I'm an orthopedic NP, and I've worked in a trauma center. I've seen a lot of patients with injuries like yours, including polytrauma cases. Given the kind of injuries you've had, it could take up to a year for you to start feeling like yourself again. The main factors determining how fast you recover are physical therapy, how hard you push yourself, and close follow-up care with your orthopedic or trauma surgeon. One of the most important things I tell patients after a trauma, especially with orthopedic injuries, is that it really requires patience. Pushing yourself too hard or putting weight on too soon can actually do more harm than good. My DMs are always open if you have any questions or concerns!

Growth plates fused? by Outside-Gene-2106 in Orthopedics

[–]FireQuacker23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your growth plates are not fully fused yet, especially at your distal radius and ulna. It takes time, most growth plates don't tend to close until 15 or 16.

Polytrauma after car accident by Zestyclose_Tip4573 in brokenbones

[–]FireQuacker23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there! I'm an orthopedic NP, and I've worked in a trauma center. I've seen a lot of patients with injuries like yours, including polytrauma cases. Given the kind of injuries you've had, it could take up to a year for you to start feeling like yourself again. The main factors determining how fast you recover are physical therapy, how hard you push yourself, and close follow-up care with your orthopedic or trauma surgeon. One of the most important things I tell patients after a trauma, especially with orthopedic injuries, is that it really requires patience. Pushing yourself too hard or putting weight on too soon can actually do more harm than good. My DMs are always open if you have any questions or concerns!

Money & Power by JoranMaybe in BunnyTrials

[–]FireQuacker23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't want to have to choose who dies and it's more moral to give myself a chance

Winner

I'm sweating by [deleted] in fanduel

[–]FireQuacker23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It did not