Common Symptoms Of A Salter-Harris Fracture

Joint Swelling Or Warmth

Salter-Harris fractures specifically involve the growth plates. This places them at the end of long bones, near the joint itself. These are not fractures that occur midway along the shaft of the long bones of the arm or leg. Because they tend to be isolated near the joint proper, and at time extend into the joint itself, joint swelling or warmth may be indicative of a Salter-Harris fracture. Swelling tends to accompany any injury as the body responds by rushing additional blood flow to the affected area. Warmth may accompany this swelling due to the increased metabolic activity taking place. It's important to note fractures tend to create a quick response, with the swelling and warmth occurring very soon after an injury.

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