ORIF-open reduction internal fixation, OREF-open reduction external fixation.
2007-03-19 03:31:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Splints are sometimes used instead of casts for fractures with open wounds. Some hip fractures require a Total Hip Arthroplasty, as some knee fractures need a Total Knee Arthroplasty. Every once in a while, but not as common anymore is traction. Otherwise I think that covers it:*)
ORIF- included plates and screws
OREF- includes external fixators and devices such as a Halo brace.
2007-03-19 05:52:37 · answer #1 · answered by Devaneymom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, it would be difficult to say because it would depend on the degree of the fracture and where on the bone the break occurred. It may not even require a cast. Rods, screws, plates, and grafts or even total replacements are used. Godloveya.
2007-03-19 10:46:14 · answer #2 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't know ....but on my puppy i used Popsicle sticks and tape and it worked. now on humans i would check with different doctors to see what is best
2007-03-19 10:39:56 · answer #3 · answered by montanamom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rods, scews and plates, replacement of joint
2007-03-19 10:34:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋