The Basics: Sprains, Strains, and Fractures…What’s The Difference?
Posted on by Owen Campbell, PT, DPT, OCS
“I sprained my hamstring!” “I didn’t break it. I fractured it.” “He had a bad ankle strain.” Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and most medical professionals cringe when we hear this at parties, in the media, or our clinic. The tactful among us do their best to resist the urge to correct, but let’s face it, we are only human.
What’s the Recovery for a Broken Bone?
Posted on by Laura Flanigan, MSOT, OTR/L
As hand therapists, one of the most common injuries we see are broken bones (fractures) of the arm, wrist, and hand. These fractures often occur after a fall and can happen to anyone at any age. This blog will discuss what the recovery period could look like if you or a loved one experiences a broken bone.
