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Broken bones can happen after an accident such as a fall, or by being hit by an
object. The three most common signs of a fracture are:
pain
swelling
deformity
you may hear or feel a snap or a grinding noise as the injury happens
you may feel pain when you put weight on the injury, touch it, press it or move it
the injured part may look deformed in severe breaks, the broken bone may be
poking through the skin
In addition, as a result of the shock of breaking a bone, you may feel faint, dizzy or
sick.
If the break is small or it is just a crack (fracture), you may not feel much pain or
even realise that you have broken a bone.
But if you think that you have broken or fractured a bone, you should seek
medical help as soon as possible. Go to your nearest accident and emergency
(A&E) department for a broken arm or leg. If you think you may have broken your
toe or finger you can go to a minor injury unit or urgent care centre.
What causes of broken leg?
There are a number of ways you can break a leg,
including:
Falls. A simple fall can fracture one or both of the
lower leg bones. However, the thighbone is unlikely to
be broken without more significant trauma.
Motor vehicle accidents. All three leg bones can break
during a motor vehicle accident. Fractures can occur
when your knees become jammed against the
dashboard during a collision.
Sports injuries. Hyperextending your leg during
contact sports can cause a broken leg. So can a direct
blow such as from a hockey stick or an opponent's
body.
Child abuse. In children, a broken leg may be the result
of child abuse, especially when such an injury occurs
before the child can walk.
Overuse. Stress fractures are tiny cracks that develop
in the weight-bearing bones of your body, including
your shinbone. Stress fractures are usually caused by
repetitive force or overuse, such as running long
distances. But they can also occur with normal use of a
bone that's been weakened by a condition such as
osteoporosis.
What are the effect of broken leg?
Tenderness
Bruising
leg
Inability to walk