Crush injury

Crush Injury

A Crush Injury is a type of trauma that is caused by compression of the body due to a forceful and sustained pressure, often from a heavy object.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /krʌʃ ˈɪndʒəri/

Etymology

The term "crush injury" is derived from the Old English "crusian" (to crush) and the Latin "injuria" (injury).

Definition

A crush injury occurs when a body part, usually a hand or arm, is compressed to the point of serious damage. This can happen in a variety of situations, such as industrial accidents, car crashes, or natural disasters. The severity of a crush injury can range from minor bruising to life-threatening damage to internal organs.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a crush injury can include:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Numbness
• Difficulty moving the affected area

Treatment

Treatment for a crush injury may involve:

• Pain relief
• Surgery
• Physical therapy
• Antibiotics to prevent infection

Related Terms

• Compartment Syndrome
• Crush Syndrome
• Trauma
• Fracture

See Also

• Trauma (medicine)
• Emergency medicine
• Orthopedic surgery

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Crush injury
• Wikipedia's article - Crush injury

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