Patient's question:
Soccer injury, said to have a fracture and need to be immobilized for a week. During the follow-up check, it was said that it was a hairline fracture and the child could walk. A week later, going to a big hospital for a follow-up check, it was still a fracture with displacement. One hospital said surgery was needed to fix it, while the other said to use a cast and observe carefully. The child is 13 years old.Doctor's answer:
First, confirm the specific location of the fracture, then clarify the type of fracture displacement to determine the surgical approach. Recommendation: If the fracture displacement is minor and does not affect future movement, and the child is still young, a cast can be applied for careful observation. If there is a risk of future separation or malunion, which may affect movement, surgical treatment may be more appropriate. This depends on the type of fracture in the patient. The above advice is in response to the question "I got hurt playing soccer, and they said the fracture needs to be fixed for a week." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!