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Thigh Bone Fractures

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The thigh bone, called the femur, is the longest and strongest bone in the body. A break in the thigh bone is also called a femoral shaft fracture.

 

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What is a Thigh Bone Fracture?

Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

 

Thigh bone fractures often happen because of serious injuries, like car accidents. In older adults, they can also occur after a fall due to weaker bones from a condition called osteoporosis.

 

Thigh Bone Fractures: Overview
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Thigh Bone Fracture Treatment

With and Without Surgery

 

Most thigh bone fractures require surgery to restore alignment of the femur bone, followed by physical therapy to improve movement, strength, and weight-bearing of the affected hip.

 

Thigh Bone Fractures: Treatment Options
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Thigh Bone Fracture Surgery

Surgical Animation

 

A long bone nail and screws are used to stabilize a thigh bone fracture. The bone nail can be inserted down the center of the thigh bone from either the top or bottom of the bone.

 

Thigh Bone Fractures: Repair With a Bone Nail and Screws Animation
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