Different types of forearm fractures

The forearm is made up of a combination of two bones- the ulna and the radius. If a fracture happens in any one of the bones then it is known as a forearm fracture. Falling on the forearm or outstretched arm and direct impact from an object to the forearm are some of the causes of this type of fracture.

What is a forearm fracture?
As mentioned above, the forearm consists of two bones- the radius and the ulna, where the ulna is located on the little finger and the radius on your thumb side. Forearm fracture can occur at different levels. A distal fracture, which is near the wrist at the one end of the bone, in the middle of the forearm and a proximal fracture which is near the elbow at the top end of the bone. It can occur through a direct fall on the forearm or direct impact from an object or indirect injury. Landing on an outstretched arm is the secondary cause.

 

Different types of forearm fractures
Forearm fracture can either occur radius or ulna as a single fracture or a combination of both fractures. There are two types of forearm fracture- Galeazzi and Monteggia. The type of fracture depends on whether both bones are fractured at different levels or is there a joint injury at the wrist or elbow.
Galeazzi fracture: When a displaced fracture in the radius and a dislocation of the ulna at the wrist, where the radius and ulna come together, Galeazzi Fracture happens.
Monteggia fracture: When a fracture in the ulna and the top of the radius is dislocated at the elbow joint, called Monteggia Fracture.

This is the basic information about Forearm Fracture which is commonly known as Ulna Fracture. We recommend you to visit a doctor after facing such issues. We hope this information adds value to your knowledge. Watch out this space for more such information. Greetings for SYS Medtech International PVT. LTD.

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What is Humerus Fracture?

The long bone of your upper arm is known as the Humerus. It extends from the shoulder to the elbow and it joins with the ulna and radius bones. Any break in this bone is referred to as a Humerus Fracture. A person may have either shoulder pain or elbow pain depending on where the fracture is and it takes several weeks for recovery.

Types of Humerus Fracture
Depending on the location of the crack, there are three types of Humerus Fracture-
Proximal- When there is a break in the upper part of the bone, it is called a proximal fracture. This causes shoulder pain as it is close to the shoulder.
Mid-shaft- This happens when there is a break in the middle of your humerus.
Distal- A distal humerus fracture occurs near the elbow. It is usually part of a more complex elbow injury and sometimes involves loose bone fragments.

What causes it?
Any Severe injury to the upper arm can result in a humerus fracture, but some are more likely to cause certain types. For example, falling with an outstretched arm can often cause mid-shaft and proximal humerus fractures. A high-impact crash, such as a car accident or football tackle, is more likely to cause a distal humerus fracture. If there is a medical condition where bones are becoming weaker, then humerus fracture may occur as a pathological fracture. This can lead to injuries and fractures from everyday activities that wouldn’t usually cause any injuries.

Things that can cause pathological humerus fracture-
Bone Cancer
Bone Infection
Osteoporosis
Bone Cysts or Tumors

This is the basic information about Humerus Fracture. We recommend you to visit a doctor after facing such issues. We hope this information adds value to your knowledge. Watch out this space for more such information. Greetings for SYS Medtech International PVT. LTD.

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