How is a torus fracture treated?

How is a torus fracture treated?

Diagnosing and Treatment Your child will have an X-ray that shows a distal buckle (torus) fracture (break). They will be given a Velcro® wrist brace (Picture 1). The Velcro wrist brace is the final treatment for your child’s fracture. They do not need to follow-up with an orthopedic provider.

How long does it take for a torus fracture to heal?

It’s also called a torus fracture. These fractures heal faster than complete fractures. But your child will need to wear a splint or cast for at least 3 weeks. It may take 6 to 8 weeks for the fracture to heal.

Do torus fractures need a cast?

Will my child need a cast? Torus fractures heal well without any long-term complications. They do not require any operations or to be placed in a cast. However, using a wrist splint provides comfort and reduces the risk of further injury.

Does torus fracture need surgery?

Your child will not need surgery. Buckle fractures take around a month to heal.

What is a splint for torus fracture?

If the x-ray shows a distal radius buckle (torus) fracture, then your child will get a Velcro wrist splint (Picture 1). A splint will be put on the arm to help keep the bone protected and the wrist still (immobilized).

Why is it called a torus fracture?

As the bulge is only on one side of the bone, this injury is can be classified as an incomplete fracture. The compressive force is provided by the trabeculae and is longitudinal to the axis of the long bone. The word “torus” originates from the Latin word “protuberance.”

Is a torus fracture a broken bone?

A buckle (or torus) fracture is a type of broken bone. One side of a bone bends, raising a little buckle, without breaking the other side of the bone.

What is a torus fracture tibia?

Torus or “buckle” fractures commonly occur following trauma in the distal long bones of children at the point of least resistance between the diaphysis and metaphysis of the developing bone as it buckles under the force of an increased axial load.

Can you walk on a buckle fracture?

People who have a simple buckle fracture will not usually be kept in the hospital. For the first few days, there may be swelling and discomfort or pain. To reduce this, raise the injured limb, and rest it on a pillow. In the case of a fractured arm, the person may wear a sling when standing up or walking.

What is a torus fracture of the tibia?

Torus fractures, also known as buckle fractures, are incomplete fractures of the shaft of a long bone that is characterized by bulging of the cortex. They result from trabecular compression due to an axial loading force along the long axis of the bone.

Is a torus fracture the same as a buckle fracture?

Should a buckle fracture be casted?

Buckle injuries are treated by wearing a removable backslab (a partial cast held in place with bandages) or ready-made splint, which should be worn as much as possible but can be removed for bathing or showering. An arm sling is optional, and may help reduce any pain or discomfort.

Is a buckle fracture worse than a break?

Symptoms. A buckle fracture causes a lot of acute pain. The pain may subside if the injured limb is protected. By definition, a buckle fracture is a stable fracture and stable fractures are less painful than unstable fractures.

Can you take a splint off to sleep?

Do not take your splint or cast off unless instructed to do so by your therapist. There are some basic principles of sleep hygiene that can be useful to try to improve your quality of sleep: Try to avoid screens one hour before bedtime.

How do you sleep with a broken tibia?

Invest in a specialized pillow, like a body pillow, for elevation—keeping the broken bone above your heart prevents blood from pooling and causing swelling. Try sleeping on your back first while propped up on a few pillows. If that doesn’t work, slowly adjust yourself to a side position if possible.