Peri articular fracture

These around-the-joint fractures are usually complex. Because they occur in or next to the joint itself, limiting mobility, there often is a great deal of pain associated with periarticular fractures. Find out how this fracture type is different than others, and how it’s treated.

Causes & Triggers

Acute trauma
Direct blow
Fall
High-energy collision (especially motor vehicle accident)
Joint disorder

Signs & Symptoms

Difficulty or inability to move the limb
Instability
Pain
Swelling

Tips & Treatments

Because of the complex nature of the repair and potential for complication, this type of fracture is considered complex and very unforgiving.
Treating this type of fracture usually involves operative fracture management by an orthopedic expert.

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