Patient's question:
A one-year-old child has a transverse fracture of the femoral head. Currently, they are undergoing traction treatment at a specialized hospital. From the X-ray, it can be seen that the bone is not aligned like an "L" shape but is instead shifted to both sides. The doctor says there is no issue, and that as long as it heals properly, there will be no problems. I am wondering if this treatment will be effective. Will there be any long-term consequences? We have been treating the child for 8 days now, and we hope the hospital can help correct the bone alignment. However, the hospital keeps insisting that there is no problem and refuses to correct it. Is this acceptable?Doctor's answer:
Please trust the specialized hospital. A one-year-old child has a transverse fracture of the femoral head on the thigh, with the bones displaced on both sides. As long as one-third of the bone aligns properly, it will definitely heal well in the future and leave no aftereffects. To avoid unnecessary re-trauma, do not undergo unnecessary corrective surgeries. Traction treatment is a reasonable treatment, and your child will definitely recover very well.The emergence of pediatric orthopedic rehabilitation has significantly impacted patients' lives. In addition to active treatment, patients need to pay more attention to daily care. It is recommended to eat more vegetables and fruits, consume foods rich in calcium, and avoid or reduce the chances of recurrence.