Fracture

Fracture
General Info About Fracture

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The bones constitute for the bony framework of the body, providing support and mobility. At birth we have over 300 bones. As we grow up, some of these bones fuse

together as a result an adult has only 206 bones. The term 'Fracture' technically refers to a break or rupture, especially in a bone. Bones are strong enough to support the entire body weight, but are yet light enough to allow flexibility of movement. In tensile strength bone is rather like cast iron, although around 1/3 of the weight. Infact, the thighbone is so strong that it can withstand the axial load of about 1600-1800 kilos. There is a breaking point for almost anything and the bone is no exception. If more pressure is put on a bone than it can withstand, it will split or break The pressure can be sudden or it can be the result of a constant pressure applied over a specific area.

Latest Publication and Research on Fracture - Updated on 12/06/2011

Gorham's disease of femur. - Published by PubMed

Gorham's disease of femur. - Published by PubMed

Ex vivo fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary central incisors restored with fiber-reinforced composite posts and experimental dentin posts. - Published by PubMed

Different surface preparation techniques of porcelain repaired with composite resin and fracture resistance. - Published by PubMed

Effect of fiber orientation and type of restorative material on fracture strength of the tooth. - Published by PubMed

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Posted by: jhaypeenaco Posted on: 07/31/2011

may fourth finger on my right foot hurts. i cannot move it freely. but when i touch it, it seems there is no broken bone. can it be on the nerves?

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Posted by: SeLveR05(Guest) Posted on: 12/28/2010

how long the fracture rib heal?

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Posted by: cakirules(Guest) Posted on: 10/24/2009

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