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Clavicle Fracture Classification
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Clavicle Fracture Classification

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What is the typical characteristic of the supracondylar area at a certain age?

  • It is only affected by direct force
  • It is thicker with a more robust cortex
  • It is thinner with more slender cortex (correct)
  • It is unchanged and stable
  • What is the mechanism of injury that typically leads to an extension type fracture?

  • Direct force against the posterior elbow
  • Avulsion fracture by the triceps muscle
  • A fall on the point of the elbow
  • FOOSH injury, leading to hyperextension of the elbow (correct)
  • What is the recommended treatment for a stable extension type fracture?

  • Long arm plaster slab in 10° flexion for 3 weeks
  • Closed reduction with pinning and casting for 4-6 weeks
  • Immediate surgery with internal fixation
  • Long arm plaster slab in flexion (supinated or pronated or neutral forearm) (correct)
  • What is the primary concern during the rehabilitation phase for a fracture?

    <p>Preventing myositis ossificans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical treatment for an intra-articular T/Y inter-condylar fracture?

    <p>Internal fixation as the first choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of an olecranon fracture?

    <p>It may be intra-articular or extra-articular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of rehabilitation for an olecranon fracture?

    <p>Protection and elevation of the elbow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a displaced unstable olecranon fracture?

    <p>Separation of more than 2mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common mechanism of injury for a clavicle fracture?

    <p>Fall on the side of the shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lateral clavicle fracture involves the articular surface of the AC joint?

    <p>Type 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of injury that leads to acromioclavicular dislocation?

    <p>A fall in which the patient rolls on the shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of a fracture that involves the anatomical neck and lesser tuberosity of the proximal humerus?

    <p>3-part fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary ligament responsible for maintaining stability of the acromioclavicular joint?

    <p>Acromioclavicular ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended rehabilitation protocol for a stable proximal humerus fracture at 6 weeks?

    <p>Start internal rotation and external rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic deformity seen in acromioclavicular dislocation?

    <p>A step-like deformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of injury for a humerus shaft fracture?

    <p>FOOSH and direct trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of postoperative management following anatomical coracoclavicular reconstruction (ACCR)?

    <p>To decrease stress on the AC joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of a fracture that involves the surgical neck and both tuberosities of the proximal humerus?

    <p>4-part fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of exercises are initiated first in the rehabilitation protocol following ACCR?

    <p>Closed-chain exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended management for a fracture dislocation of the proximal humerus?

    <p>ORIF and sling for 2-3 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for routine screw removal at 8-12 weeks following ORIF with CC screw fixation?

    <p>To prevent screw breakage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rehabilitation protocol for an unstable humerus shaft fracture at 4 weeks?

    <p>Start isometric exercises to shoulder muscles and partial weight bearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of brace used in postoperative management following ACCR?

    <p>Platform brace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common age group affected by supracondylar fracture?

    <p>Skeletally immature children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for adequate healing at the bone-tendon interface following ACCR?

    <p>12 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rehabilitation protocol for a stable clavicle fracture at the end of 6 weeks?

    <p>Start gentle AROM exercises to shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

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