INFIX/EXFIX: Innovation managing pelvic fractures in difficult scenarios

Taking a holistic approach to managing difficult stress fractures

Stress fractures and other bony stress injuries occur along a spectrum of severity which can impact treatment and prognosis. When treating these injuries, it should be borne in mind that no two stress fractures behave exactly alike. Given that they are not a consistent injury, standardized treatment protocols can be challenging to develop. Treatment should be individualized to the patient or at...

Pelvic Fractures

Pelvic Fractures – Sacroiliac Fractures / Luxations

Managing the difficult consultation.

Patients are more likely to develop psychological problems if their concerns are unresolved and their information needs unmet. However, many health professionals are uncertain how to elicit patients' concerns or tailor information appropriately. These difficulties may also lead to psychological problems for the health professional. Feeling inadequately trained in communication skills has been l...

Pelvic Fractures in Professional Cyclists

BACKGROUND Professional riders demonstrate increased risk factors for such injuries including both extensive time on the bike in addition to a possible underlying osteopenia secondary to the nonimpact nature of the sport. HYPOTHESIS Nonoperative management of stable, nondisplaced pelvic fractures in professional cyclists offers excellent results. STUDY DESIGN Case series. METHODS Three ca...