How is a distal femur fracture treated?
How is a distal femur fracture treated?
Most distal femur fractures are treated with surgery. The broken bone will take a minimum of 2 months to heal. Some can take more than 6 months to heal. Surgery may take place anywhere from 1-5 days after your injury.
How many types of femur fractures are there?
A transverse fracture is a straight line across the shaft of the femur. An oblique fracture is an angled line or break. A spiral fracture is a fracture that encircles the femur shaft. A comminuted fracture occurs when the bone has broken into several pieces.
How is Dorr classification measured?
The Dorr classification is a method of qualitative classification that is determined using anteroposterior and lateral plain radiographs of the hip joint. In our exploration of quantitative indices that are suitable for the Dorr classification, we found parameters that were easily measured on plain radiographs.
What is the distal part of the leg?
Talocrural region This region is marked by the malleoli. It includes the narrow, distal part of the leg. The ankle (talocrural) joint is located between the malleoli.
What bone is distal to the femur?
tibia
The femur articulates proximally with the acetabulum of the pelvis forming the hip joint, and distally with the tibia and patella to form the knee joint.
What causes a distal femur fracture?
Distal femur fracture may be caused by high energy injuries such as a fall from height or a motor vehicle accident. Patients with osteoporosis, bone tumor or infections, or a history of knee replacement are more prone to distal femur fractures.
How long does it take to recover from a broken femur?
The majority of people who suffer a femur fracture receive specialized treatment in a long-term nursing or rehabilitation facility. Full recovery from a femur fracture can take anywhere from 12 weeks to 12 months; however, most people begin walking with the help of a physical therapist in the first day or two after injury and/or surgery.
What are the symptoms of a broken femur?
You feel immediate,severe pain.
What is the treatment for a broken femur?
Keep in mind that the recommended treatment for a broken femur is surgery. Surgery for a broken femur may last three to four hours. In most cases, a metal rod, also known as the intramedullary rod, is inserted into the thigh bone. The intramedullary rod is held in place by screws. The rod can be taken out later if necessary.
