How do you say my leg is broken?

How do you say my leg is broken?

Signs and symptoms of a broken leg may include:

1. Severe pain, which may worsen with movement.
2. Swelling.
3. Tenderness.
4. Bruising.
5. Obvious deformity or shortening of the affected leg.
6. Inability to walk.

What do I do if I broke my leg?

Treating a broken leg at home

1. Keep your leg as still as possible until help arrives.
2. Rest.
3. Put an ice pack wrapped in a pillowcase or towel on your leg to ease swelling.
4. If possible, keep your leg raised with pillows or cushions to reduce swelling.
5. Often with a broken leg, surgery is necessary.

How serious is a broken leg?

A broken leg (leg fracture) will be severely painful and may be swollen or bruised. You usually will not be able to walk on it. If it’s a severe fracture, the leg may be an odd shape and the bone may even be poking out of the skin.

Can you break a leg bone and still walk?

Sometimes, a really bad complete fracture will not be able to carry weight or otherwise function properly. Most of the time, however, fractures can indeed support weight. The patient can probably even walk on a broken leg—it just hurts like the dickens.

Can a broken bone hurt years later?

Some people may continue to experience pain long after the fracture and soft tissues have finished healing. This is what we call chronic pain. Chronic pain may be caused by nerve damage, the development of scar tissue, aggravation of underlying arthritis, or other causes.

What is the best painkiller for broken bones?

To reduce pain and inflammation, your doctor may recommend an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or a combination of the two. If you’re experiencing severe pain, your doctor might prescribe stronger pain medications.

How can I sleep comfortably with a broken leg?

Invest in a specialized pillow, like a body pillow, for elevation—keeping the broken bone above your heart prevents blood from pooling and causing swelling. Try sleeping on your back first while propped up on a few pillows.

How do I know if I broke my leg?

Signs and symptoms of a broken leg may include: Severe pain, which may worsen with movement. Swelling. Tenderness. Bruising. Obvious deformity or shortening of the affected leg. Inability to walk.

What should you do with a broken leg?

Restricting the movement of a broken bone in your leg is critical to proper healing. To do this, you may need a splint or a cast. And you may need to use crutches or a cane to keep weight off the affected leg for six to eight weeks or longer.

Will the broken leg heal on its own?

While a dog’s broken leg will heal naturally on its own, it is the vet’s job to assist the fracture healing in the correct position. As your dog is being assessed, it may be given pain medication so it feels more comfortable.

What is the prognosis of a broken leg?

If treated promptly and properly, a broken leg usually will regain normal function. Because the major bones of the leg support our weight, at least 6-8 weeks is usually required before the bone is healed. The severity of the injury and your age may cause problems.