Patient's question:
A child around 5 years old has recently been experiencing frequent complaints of leg pain, for no apparent reason. How long does the recovery period typically last for a child's fracture?Doctor's answer:
Children, being only one year old, usually have fractures that are greenstick fractures, which do not require special reduction. External fixation is sufficient. For greenstick fractures in children, general treatment can typically heal the bone in about 2 to 3 weeks, and recovery can be expected within about a month. After the fracture has healed, it is essential to closely monitor the child to prevent re-injury and secondary fractures.