Simple Fracture - Also known as a closed fracture, occurs when the bone breaks without penetrating the surrounding skin. The skin remains intact, and the fracture is typically caused by direct force or trauma., Compound Fracture - Also referred to as an open fracture, happens when the broken bone pierces through the skin, exposing it to the external environment. This type of fracture carries an increased risk of infection due to the open wound., Depressed Fracture - Occurs when a portion of the bone is pressed inward, toward the brain or vital structures. This type of fracture is often associated with blunt force trauma to the skull and may require surgical intervention., Greenstick Fracture - A partial fracture that occurs in children, where one side of the bone is broken, and the other side bends. This type of fracture is more common in growing bones, which are more flexible than adult bones., Avulsion Fracture - Occurs when a small piece of bone is pulled away from the main bone mass by the force of a muscle or ligament. This type of fracture is often seen in situations where a strong muscle contraction or ligament pull occurs., Transverse Fracture - Characterised by a horizontal break across the bone. It typically occurs perpendicular to the bone's long axis and is often associated with direct trauma or a direct blow to the bone., Comminuted Fracture - A more severe type of fracture where the bone breaks into three or more fragments or pieces. This can result from high-impact trauma, and the presence of multiple fragments can complicate the healing process.,

Bone Fractures

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