What Is a Compound Injury
Compound (Or Open) Fractures Are When the Bone Either Punctures the Skin or Otherwise Can Be Seen Outside the Body. the Most Common Causes of Compound...
Compound (or open) fractures are when the bone either punctures the skin or otherwise can be seen outside the body. The most common causes of compound fractures are falls, accidents, overuse, and osteoporosis. All fractures are serious injuries, most especially compound ones that can become infected.
How long does it take to recover from a compound fracture?
Generally speaking, a fracture may need as little as 4-6 weeks for the bone to heal. Compound fractures, however, are much more complicated and may take several more weeks or months to properly heal.
What's the difference between a fracture and a compound fracture?
A simple fracture is one that causes the bone to crack, but it does not pierce the skin. The smallest of these fractures are often called hairline fractures. A compound fracture, on the other hand, completely breaks the bone.
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