Bumper fracture

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Bumper Fracture

A Bumper Fracture (pronounced: /ˈbʌmpər ˈfrækʧər/) is a type of orthopedic injury that typically occurs in the context of motor vehicle accidents.

Etymology

The term "Bumper Fracture" is derived from the English words "bumper" and "fracture". "Bumper" refers to the part of a vehicle designed to prevent or reduce physical damage, and "fracture" is a medical term for the breaking or cracking of a hard object or material, in this case, a bone.

Definition

A Bumper Fracture is a specific type of fracture that occurs when the knee of an individual in a seated position strikes the dashboard or bumper of a vehicle during a collision. This impact can cause a fracture in the femur or tibia, the two bones in the lower leg.

Related Terms

  • Femur: The femur, or thighbone, is the largest and strongest bone in the human body. It can be fractured in a bumper fracture.
  • Tibia: The tibia, or shinbone, is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg. It is also susceptible to bumper fractures.
  • Fracture: A fracture is a break or crack in a bone. It is the primary injury in a bumper fracture.
  • Orthopedics: Orthopedics is the branch of medicine concerned with the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons often treat bumper fractures.

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