Orthopedic Emergencies: An Issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America

Orthopedic emergencies are a common occurrence in the emergency department. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, sports injuries, and overuse. Orthopedic emergencies can be challenging to diagnose and treat, and they often require specialized care.

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This issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America provides an overview of the most common orthopedic emergencies, including their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.

Common Orthopedic Emergencies

The most common orthopedic emergencies include:

* Fractures * Dislocations * Sprains * Strains * Tendon injuries * Ligament injuries * Meniscus injuries * ACL injuries * PCL injuries * MCL injuries * LCL injuries * Rotator cuff injuries * Tennis elbow * Golfer's elbow * Shin splints * Plantar fasciitis

Diagnosis and Treatment

The diagnosis of an orthopedic emergency is based on a physical examination and history. In some cases, imaging studies, such as X-rays or MRI, may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis.

The treatment of an orthopedic emergency depends on the specific injury. Treatment may include:

* Immobilization * Medication * Physical therapy * Surgery

Prognosis

The prognosis for an orthopedic emergency depends on the specific injury. Most orthopedic emergencies can be treated successfully with conservative measures, such as immobilization, medication, and physical therapy. However, some orthopedic emergencies, such as severe fractures or dislocations, may require surgery.

Orthopedic emergencies are a common occurrence in the emergency department. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, sports injuries, and overuse. Orthopedic emergencies can be challenging to diagnose and treat, and they often require specialized care. This issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America provides an overview of the most common orthopedic emergencies, including their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.

References

1. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (2018). Orthopaedic Emergencies. Retrieved from https://www.aaos.org/en/about/newsroom/2018/jun/ortho-emergencies/ 2. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. (2018). Orthopedic Emergencies. Retrieved from https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/orthopedic-emergencies

Orthopedic Emergencies, An Issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America E-Book (The Clinics: Internal Medicine 38)

by Jerry Boyd

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	79078 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	270 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE