Fractures & Bone Injuries

Bone fractures occur when the applied force exceeds the structural strength of the bone. From stress fractures in athletes to avulsion fractures from ligament injuries to osteoporotic compression fractures in older adults, fractures require precise immobilization to heal correctly. RCAI’s fracture management orthoses offer a superior, low-profile alternative to traditional casting — with better hygiene, adjustability, and patient comfort throughout recovery.

Common Causes of Fractures & Bone Injuries

• Traumatic fractures: falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries
• Stress fractures: repetitive loading exceeding bone remodeling capacity (common in runners and military recruits)
• Avulsion fractures: bone pulled away by tendon or ligament during sudden movement
• Osteoporotic fractures: low-energy fractures in patients with reduced bone density
• Pathological fractures: fractures through bone weakened by tumor or disease
• Common sites: distal radius (wrist), ankle, metatarsals, vertebral compression

Common Symptoms:

• Immediate, severe pain at the fracture site
• Swelling, bruising, and tenderness
• Visible deformity or abnormal limb position
• Inability to bear weight or use the affected limb
• Crepitus (grating sensation) with attempted movement
• Stress fracture: gradual onset of localized bone pain that worsens with activity

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How Are Fractures Treated?

• Immobilization: casting, splinting, or fracture orthosis
• Closed reduction (manual repositioning) with immobilization
• Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with plates, screws, or rods
• External fixation devices for complex or open fractures
• Functional fracture bracing to allow early, controlled mobilization
• Weight-bearing protocols directed by surgeon
• Calcium and vitamin D supplementation for osteoporotic fractures
• Physical therapy for rehabilitation following immobilization

How Fracture Orthoses Help:

Functional fracture bracing — pioneered by Dr. Augusto Sarmiento — allows controlled motion at adjacent joints while the fracture heals, preventing the muscle atrophy, joint stiffness, and cartilage degeneration associated with prolonged casting. Modern orthoplastic fracture braces from RCAI provide circumferential compression to minimize soft tissue swelling while the rigid shell maintains fracture alignment. The result is faster rehabilitation, improved patient quality of life, and outcomes comparable to casting for many fracture types.

All products are available with a physician’s prescription. Contact your healthcare provider or orthotist to determine the right brace for your condition.