what is it?

Question

what is a stress fracture??? i really dnt know

Answer 1

its a slight crack in a bone caused by it being hit.

Answer 2

Hi well a stress fracture is a partial or complete fractures of a bone often called fatigue fractures.Stress fractures can develop over a period off time to.Stress fractures are normally seen in the lower limbs Tibia,Femur,Metatarsals.Symptoms of a stress fracture is redness,inflammation,and pain in the specific area.An x-ray is the only way to find out if you have one.

Answer 3

Stress fractures are partial or complete fractures of bone, often called fatigue fractures since they are caused by repetitive strain during sub-maximal activity. They result from the inability of the bone to react favourably to the stress imposed.

Answer 4

A stress fracture is an overuse injury. It occurs when muscles become fatigued and are unable to absorb added shock. Eventually, the fatigued muscle transfers the overload of stress to the bone causing a tiny crack called a stress fracture. You need to stop putting any pressure on the ailed part to help it heal up and complete rest on this foot.They are often more prone to women.Up your intake of calcium rich foods also.

Answer 5

I went to the hospital yesterday because I was suffering from continous headaches. They x-rayed my brain and discovered it was fractured from stress. A specialist asked me many questions about my family life and diagnosed me with a wife and kids stress fracture of the brain. Hope this helps

Answer 6

It is as it sounds, an external stressor causing microfractures on the bones.
Whether it is repeated activity, or osteoporosis which makes them brittle, and they fracture, that is what it is.

Answer 7

The bone is cracked, but not busted in separate pieces.