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- AKA: Arm fractureWrongDiagnosis: Arm Fracture
- Occurrences in USA: Approximately 1.1 million people annuallyWrongDiagnosis: Prevalence and Incidence Statistics for Arm Fracture
- 5% of arm fractures involve the humerusAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Broken Arm
- Usually occurs from a fallMayo Clinic: Broken Arm
- Might cause osteoarthritis years laterMayo Clinic: Broken Arm Complications
- Usually immobilized with castWrongDiagnosis: Arm Fracture
- Frequent breaks could indicate bone problemsWrongDiagnosis: Arm Fracture
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A broken arm can range from a hairline fracture to a shattering break of one or more bones in the arm. The fractured bone or bones involved could be the humerus, radius or ulna.eMedicineHealth: Broken Arm Overview
Broken Wrist
As the wrist is the joint between the hand and the arm, a broken wrist can result from a either a break in one of the hand bones, or from a break at the lower end of the forearm. The most common wrist fracture is a Colle's Fracture, which is a break at the distal end of the radius, usually resulting from an accident where an outstretched hand takes the impact of a fall.MayoClinic.com: Causes of a Broken WristBroken Arm Symptoms
Symptoms of a broken arm include severe pain, swelling, bruising and limited range of motion. Often a snapping noise is heard at the time the break occurs.Mayo Clinic: SymptomsBroken Arm Treatment
The treatments for a broken arm will vary depending on the nature and severity of the injury, the age and health of the patient, and which bone is broken. Treatments for a broken arm might include a cast, a splint, surgery, anti-inflammatory medications, pain medications and physical therapy. The arm may be put into a sling for additional protection.Mayo Clinic: Treatments and Drugs eMedicineHealth: Broken Arm Treatment American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Treatment-
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Broken Arm Questions
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Keep your broken arm inside your sleeve. -Chinese Proverb #quote
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''If it's a broken part replace it, if it's a broken arm then brace it, if it's a broken heart then face it''
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@justinbieber I've broken my arm 7 times, be a man! Lol ;)
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RT @Brian_Bee: Walk walk Fashion... http://twitpic.com/qs4bn••oh he'll no! I would have broken my f'n arm!!!
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