Common Signs and Symptoms from Orthopedic Trauma

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of orthopedic trauma is essential for early diagnosis and effective treatment. If you've experienced a fracture, joint dislocation, or musculoskeletal injury watch for these key indicators that may require evaluation by an orthopedic trauma specialist.

  • A popping or cracking sensation at the time of injury

  • Delayed healing of a previous fracture

  • Feeling a cracking or popping sensation during strenuous activity or after trauma

  • Grinding, bone-on-bone sensations

  • Inability to bear weight on an injured limb

  • Inability to move a limb (arm or leg)

  • Medicine hasn't been effective in relieving swelling, pain, or inflammation

  • Painful bruising

  • Popping sound occurred with injury

  • Severe pain, swelling, or bruising

  • Sudden pain appearing during activity and continuing even after rest and home treatments

  • Tingling sensation in the forearm or other extremity

  • Unsteadiness in the ankle and foot

  • Visible deformity or misalignment

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