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==Background== | ==Background== | ||
*Compressive force leads to bulging of the periosteum/cortex | *Compressive force leads to bulging of the periosteum/cortex | ||
*Also known as buckle | *Also known as buckle fracture | ||
*Often occur at the end of long bones | |||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Revision as of 21:10, 4 January 2015
Background
- Compressive force leads to bulging of the periosteum/cortex
- Also known as buckle fracture
- Often occur at the end of long bones
Diagnosis
- Soft tissue swelling and point tenderness
- Visible deformity is unusual
Treatment
- Splint in position of function
Disposition
- Ortho f/u w/in 1wk
See Also
Source
Tintinalli