How do you fix a Bennett fracture?
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How do you fix a Bennett fracture?
Treatment of Bennett’s Fracture. “Reduction” means pulling the bones back into place. This can be done “Closed” in which no cut is made and a plaster or splint is applied or “Open” where a cut is performed and the bones are directly repositioned. An open reduction often requires the use of wires, plates and screws.
How do you test for Bennett fracture?
Although X-ray films can be used to diagnose this condition, a CT scan should be ordered to evaluate the extent of the damage. On these CT scans a Bennett fracture will present can as an intra-articular fracture and dislocation of base of the first metacarpal.
Why is it called a Bennett’s fracture?
The Bennett fracture is named after Edward Hallaran Bennett, Professor of Surgery (1837–1907) at Trinity College of the University of Dublin, who described it in 1882.
Can you still use a fractured thumb?
Nonsurgical Treatment If the bone fragments of the fracture have not moved (displaced) very much, or if the break is located in the middle (shaft) of the bone, your surgeon may be able to treat the thumb fracture without surgery using a specially designed cast (spica cast) to hold the bone fragments in place.
How does a Bennett’s fracture typically occur?
A Bennett’s fracture occurs when the metacarpal bone in the thumb breaks and dislocates at the base of the thumb. Forces that impact the bent thumb cause this injury. Bennett’s fractures can result from any significant forces placed on the base of the thumb, such as sports, falls and accidents.
How does a Bennett fracture happen?
The Bennett fracture is an oblique intraarticular metacarpal fracture dislocation, caused by an axial force directed against the partially flexed metacarpal. This type of compression along the metacarpal bone is often sustained when a person punches a hard object, such as the skull or tibia of an opponent, or a wall.
When does a broken thumb require surgery?
You may need surgery to treat the thumb fracture, depending on the location of the break, the alignment of the broken bone, and the amount of movement between the fragments. Your surgeon may use one of several operative fixation techniques to realign the bone fragments.
How do they remove surgical pins?
A special tool is used to remove the pins as gently as possible. There may be a tiny bit of blood. The staff will apply a bandage and hold pressure. Once all the pins are removed, the staff will apply a bandage and wrap.
