Why do children break their arms?
Over a 1-year period the mode of fracture of the long bones of children's upper limbs was analysed. There were 277 fractures and 4 dislocations recorded. The most common fractures were of the distal radius and ulna. Most injuries were due to falls from a low height but those from a high fall necessitated hospital admission most frequently. Preventative measures are discussed.
Williamson
D M
DM
John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.
Lowdon
M R
MR
D000058:Accidental Falls; D000059:Accidents; D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D005543:Forearm Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology; D008297:Male