The fractured bone makes a sound when it moves

After the fracture site has recovered, the bone is prone to making noises when moved. This is related to the looseness or instability of the fracture site. Because of friction at the fracture site, this sound occurs. In medicine, it is also called bone friction sound. This may also be related to poor treatment effect after the fracture and poor recovery. As a fracture patient, you must strengthen good daily care after treatment. Let us learn about it.

The fractured bone makes a sound when it moves

If there is a sound when moving after a fracture, it is most likely because the local fracture position is loose and the fixation is not firm. This causes the fracture to collide and rub during movement, resulting in a sound. This is called bone friction sound. An X-ray examination is needed, and then open reduction and internal fixation can be performed to promote fracture healing and avoid local non-union of fractures. In addition, some drugs that promote fracture healing can be used.

Details of daily home care for fractures

1. Be careful not to fix it too tight

After fracture reduction and fixation, special attention should be paid to whether the plaster or splint is too tight. If you find blood flow obstruction at the distal end of the fracture site (fingers or toes), that is, severe swelling or purple skin, you should seek medical attention immediately. Always check the skin around the edges of the cast or splint for pressure. If redness or ulceration occurs, consult a doctor.

2. Elevate the affected limb

After a fracture, the affected limb should be elevated (use a pillow to support the fractured limb) to promote blood circulation and prevent excessive swelling.

3. Strengthen functional training

Get out of bed and move around as soon as your body allows. Patients who cannot get out of bed should also do limb exercises in bed to promote blood circulation, which is beneficial for fracture healing and functional recovery.

4. Bed care for patients

Patients who have been bedridden for a long time after a fracture should sleep on a wooden bed, which is good for their health. They should also pay attention to turning over regularly and massaging the compressed skin to prevent bedsores.

5. Dietary care for patients with fractures

1. Patients with fractures need to supplement trace elements such as zinc, iron, and manganese. Some of these elements are involved in the composition of enzymes in human metabolic activities, and some are raw materials for the synthesis of collagen and myoglobin. It has been determined that the serum concentrations of the above substances in patients after fracture decreased significantly.

2. Appropriate supplementation in the early stages of fracture may be beneficial to healing. Animal liver, seafood, soybeans, sunflower seeds, and mushrooms contain high levels of zinc; animal liver, eggs, beans, green leafy vegetables, and wheat flour contain high levels of iron; oatmeal, mustard greens, egg yolks, and cheese contain high levels of manganese. Patients with fractures can eat more of these foods. In addition, you can also take medicines containing these substances.