1. Patient feels or hears the bone break.
2. Grating sound when limbs are moved.
3. Tenderness around the injury site.
4. Partial or complete loss of motion.
5. Deformity and abnormal motion at fracture site, such as arm bending but not at the elbow.
6. Muscle spasms.
Good to know at my age when I'm starting to work out again and afraid of injuring myself.
ReplyDeleteLoan Guy,
ReplyDeleteKnowledge can be powerful. Good luck with your workouts. Keep me posted on your results.
Thanks,
Dr. Moulas
What can help strengthen the bones?
ReplyDeleteCandy,
ReplyDeleteExercise, sunshine and a good mineral supplement are a good start toward bone health. Check with your chiropractor for more info.
Thank you,
Dr. Bob Feel Good
We really have to be more careful as we get older. Great info again Dr. Bob!!
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeleteRecognizing a bone fracture can be very helpful. Thanks again for your comment.
Sincerely,
Dr. Bob Moulas