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Podcast 834:  Peds Buckle Fractures

Podcast 834: Peds Buckle Fractures

FromEmergency Medical Minute


Podcast 834: Peds Buckle Fractures

FromEmergency Medical Minute

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Length:
4 minutes
Released:
Nov 29, 2022
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Podcast episode

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Contributor: Aaron Lessen, MD Educational Pearls: Torus (Buckle) fractures are a commonly encountered pediatric fracture pattern Typically presents as wrist pain secondary to a child falling on outstretched hand One edge of the bone “buckles” or bends because children’s bones are softer and more pliable Management Older studies have shown that short term immobilization with a velcro splint and primary care follow up is sufficient Recent randomized trial compared immobilization with Velcro splint with as needed wrist support using a gauze wrap No significant differences noted in outcomes between the two cohorts Physicians can consider using an ace or gauze wrap as needed for buckle fracture management along with OTC analgesics for pain management References Asokan A, Kheir N. Pediatric Torus Buckle Fracture. StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing Copyright © 2022, StatPearls Publishing LLC.; 2022.   Kennedy SA, Slobogean GP, Mulpuri K. Does degree of immobilization influence refracture rate in the forearm buckle fracture? J Pediatr Orthop B. Jan 2010;19(1):77-81. doi:10.1097/BPB.0b013e32832f067a   Perry DC, Achten J, Knight R, et al. Immobilisation of torus fractures of the wrist in children (FORCE): a randomised controlled equivalence trial in the UK. Lancet. Jul 2 2022;400(10345):39-47. doi:10.1016/s0140-6736(22)01015-7   Summarized by Mark O’Brien, MS4 | Edited by John Spartz, MD, & Erik Verzemnieks, MD   In an effort to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in Emergency Medicine, The Emergency Medical Minute is proud to present our 2nd annual Diversity and Inclusion Award. We support increasing the representation of underrepresented groups in medicine and extend this award to individuals applying to emergency medicine residencies during the 2022-2023 cycle. For information on award eligibility and the application process, visit https://emergencymedicalminute.com/edi-award/ Donate to EMM today!
Released:
Nov 29, 2022
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