Tibial Fractures
Tibial Fractures Manish K. Gupta Robert L. Kalb TIBIAL PLATEAU FRACTURE Fractures of the tibial plateau involve the articular surfaces of the proximal tibia that support the weight of the…
Fibular Fractures
Fibular Fractures Manish K. Gupta Robert L. Kalb The fibula contributes only 15% of weight bearing in the lower extremity. Fractures of the fibula are common, especially with ankle injuries…
Patellar Fractures
Patellar Fractures Manish K. Gupta Robert L. Kalb Patellar fractures account for 1% of all fractures and are usually seen in patients of ages 20 to 50 years. The patella…
Femoral Fractures
Femoral Fractures Manish K. Gupta Robert L. Kalb FEMORAL NECK FRACTURE Femoral neck fractures are the second most common hip fracture of the 280,000 that occur each year. These occur…
Pelvic Fractures
Pelvic Fractures Mark M. Pizzurro Robert L. Kalb Fractures of the pelvis encompass a wide spectrum of injuries ranging from the simple pubic ramus fracture to the life-threatening open pelvis….
Spine Fractures
Spine Fractures Mark M. Pizzurro Robert L. Kalb Injuries of the spine may cause permanent neurologic deficit and may be life threatening. The spinal column is composed of several vertebrae…
Equipment Needed
Equipment Needed Robert L. Kalb Different types of equipment are needed to treat fractures in the office. This chapter presents the equipment that is necessary for fracture management. CAST EQUIPMENT…
Terms And Definitions
Terms And Definitions Robert L. Kalb This chapter presents the terms, definitions, and descriptions of fractures and fracture management. DISPLACEMENT The bone is separated at the fracture site, and there…
Introduction To Office Fracture Management
Introduction To Office Fracture Management Robert L. Kalb Primary care physicians are able to treat a wide range of fractures in the office and obtain good clinical outcomes. Your level…
