This article is transferred from: Hainan Special Zone Daily
A fracture is a condition in which a bone breaks due to an external force, usually accompanied by severe pain. Pain is one of the most common symptoms in the event of an acute fracture, but proper relief and management can be effective in reducing pain and promoting healing. This article will provide you with tips for relieving acute fracture pain and pain management to help you cope with this problem.
1. Characteristics of acute fracture pain
(1) Severe pain: Fractures are usually accompanied by sudden and severe pain, which may cause patients to be unbearable.
(2) Local swelling: There will be obvious swelling at the fracture site because of the inflammatory response of the tissue after injury and the local blood circulation is impaired.
(3) Restricted movement: Due to pain and swelling, the patient's range of motion is limited, and he is often unable to walk or move normally.
2. Mitigation methods for acute fracture pain
(1) Cold compress: After the fracture occurs, cold compress can be applied immediately to reduce swelling and pain. Use ice packs or ice cubes for about 4-0 minutes each time, 0-0 times a day.
(2) Maintain rest: Minimize the movement of the fracture site to avoid further injury, which helps reduce pain and promote healing.
(3) Use a bracket or plaster to fix: Timely use of a stent or plaster cast to fix the fracture site can effectively reduce pain and prevent the fracture position from shifting.
(4) Use painkillers: Under the guidance of doctors, painkillers such as ibuprofen, paracetamol, etc. can be used in moderation to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
3. Recommendations for the management of acute fracture pain
(1) Seek professional help: After the fracture occurs, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible to receive professional diagnosis and treatment to avoid delaying the condition.
(2) Pay attention to diet: Increase the diet high in protein and calcium, which is helpful for the healing and repair of fractures.
(3) Rehabilitation training: Under the guidance of doctors, appropriate rehabilitation training will help restore the function and mobility of the injured part.
(4) Regular follow-up: regular follow-up to keep abreast of fracture healing and avoid complications.
In summary, acute fracture pain has brought both physical and mental distress to patients, but scientific and reasonable relief and management can effectively alleviate pain and promote healing. After the fracture occurs, timely and effective relief measures, treatment and management according to the doctor's instructions will help the patient recover as soon as possible. At the same time, a healthy lifestyle and preventive measures are also important means to reduce the risk of fractures.
(Cai Chunmei, The Fourth People's Hospital of Haikou City)