Definition An odontoid fracture, also known as a dens fracture or a type II odontoid fracture, is a specific type of fracture that occurs at the base of the skull in the upper cervical spine. The odontoid process, or dens, is a bony projection from the second cervical vertebra (C2), which allows for rotational movement…
Introduction A metacarpal fracture is a type of bone fracture that occurs in one or more of the metacarpal bones in the hand. The metacarpals are the long bones that make up the middle part of the hand, connecting the wrist bones (carpals) to the bones of the fingers (phalanges). Fractures of the metacarpal bones…
What is a Bennett Fracture? A Bennett fracture is a specific type of fracture that occurs at the base of the thumb, affecting the joint called the first carpometacarpal joint. This joint connects the thumb metacarpal bone (the bone in the palm of the hand that connects to the thumb) to the wrist. A Bennett…
Introduction A lumbar spine fracture refers to a fracture or break in one or more of the vertebrae in the lower back, specifically in the lumbar region of the spine. The lumbar spine consists of five vertebrae, labeled L1 to L5, which are located between the thoracic spine (mid-back) and the sacrum (pelvic region). In…
Introduction A thoracic spine fracture refers to a break or crack in one or more of the vertebrae in the thoracic spine, which is the middle portion of the spine located between the cervical and lumbar regions. The thoracic spine consists of 12 vertebrae labeled T1 to T12, and fractures can occur at any of…
Introduction A cervical spine fracture, also known as a broken neck, is a severe injury involving the bones in the neck region. The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae (C1 to C7) that provide support and protection for the spinal cord. When one or more of these vertebrae are fractured, it can lead to serious…
Introduction A trapezium fracture refers to a break or fracture in the trapezium bone, which is one of the small bones in the wrist located at the base of the thumb. The trapezium bone plays a crucial role in the movement and stability of the thumb joint. Fractures of the trapezium bone can occur due…
What is a Talus Fracture? A talus fracture refers to a break or crack in the talus bone, which is located in the ankle joint between the lower leg bones (tibia and fibula) and the foot bones. The talus is a small, cube-shaped bone that plays a crucial role in weight-bearing and transmitting forces between…
Introduction A navicular fracture is a type of bone fracture that occurs in the navicular bone, which is located in the midfoot. The navicular bone is a small bone situated on the inside of the foot, just above the arch. Fractures of the navicular bone are most generally the cause of either high-impact injury or…
Introduction A clavicle fracture, also known as a broken collarbone, is a common type of fracture that involves a break in the clavicle bone. The clavicle is the bone that connects the shoulder blade (scapula) to the breastbone (sternum). Clavicle fractures often occur as a result of a fall onto the shoulder or an outstretched…
