Supracondylar Humerus Fractures
Supracondular humerus fractures are the most common elbow fractures in children. They are the result of a fall onto the outstretched hand. Children who suffer a supracondylar humerus fracture usually have pain and swelling of the elbow. Severe fractures cause obvious deformity of the arm.
Lateral Condyle Humerus Fractures
Lateral condyle fractures are the second most common elbow fractures in children. They are the result of a fall onto the outstretched hand, or the result of a direct impact to the back of the elbow. Children who suffer from a lateral condyle fracture usually have pain and swelling of the elbow.
Femur Fractures
Femur fractures are usually the result of severe impact to the thigh bone. Treatment depends on where the bone is broken, the shape of the fracture and the age and weight of the child. Infants less than 7 months of age may be treated in a special brace, called a Pavlik Harness.
