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Greenstick Fracture in Children
We love to see our children play and have fun but sometimes this delightful sight may turn into a nightmare when your child gets hurt. Though normal bruises and other minor injuries can be effectively managed at home, however, if your child fracture’s his bone, he may require immediate medical attention. Greenstick fracture is very common in children, and if you wish you know more about it, then you are at the right place. Here, we shall discuss everything that you need to know about greenstick fracture in children and more.
What is a Greenstick Fracture?
Though the name may appear as odd, greenstick fracture or green stick injury is very common in young children. In green bone fracture, the bone usually bends and breaks, but the bone does not break into two pieces. This is an exact same phenomenon that occurs when you try and break a green stick, and that is how this fracture got its name. The greenline fracture is also called a partial fracture.
Who Is at the Risk of Greenstick Fracture?
Greenstick fracture is very common in children under the age of 10. These age group children have very soft and fragile bones, and the calcium present in them is more. This makes their bones more prone to such kind of fractures.
Types of Greenstick Fractures
Following are the types of greenstick fractures:
Greenstick Fracture of Clavicle: When a child is exposed to a direct blow to his upper chest and shoulder or to his outstretched hand, he may suffer from greenstick fracture of the clavicle. The clavicle bones get stronger at around 20 years of age, which means even teenagers may get such fractures.
Greenstick Fracture of Wrist: This fracture occurs when a child falls from a height and lands on his palm or gets a direct blow to his palm. The lower third or the middle third of radius or the bones of forearm break in a greenstick fracture of the wrist.
Greenstick Fracture of Tibia: In a greenstick fracture of the tibia, the middle third or the lower third of tibia shaft gets broken. This may happen when a child gets a direct blow to his leg or lands from a height on his leg.
Causes
Just the way the other kinds of fractures occur so does the greenstick fracture. A child may feel an intense blow or twist to his bones. It is seen that younger children love to play outdoors and like doing various forms of physical activities, which makes them more prone to such injuries. However, the most common cause of this kind of fracture is falling from a height, which usually happens due to engaging in a lot of jumping games.
Symptoms of Greenstick Fracture
Here are some of the symptoms that may help you identify greenstick fracture:
Pain
Redness, swelling or an appearance of a bruise at the site of the fracture.
Deformity of limbs may happen, in severe cases.
Such fractures are more common in upper limbs than lower limbs.
However, sometimes your kid may find it difficult to explain the injury or his symptoms; it is important that you observe your kid for any of the above-mentioned symptoms and seek immediate medical help.
How is the Diagnosis Done?
If your kid is experiencing continuous pain in his limbs, which does not subside after 2-3 days or your kid is unable to put pressure on his limbs or bend it, you should seek a doctor immediately. Your doctor may do tests to know if he has got a fracture. The doctor will:
Examine physical symptoms, such as swelling, tenderness or deformity of the limbs.
Check for the nerve damage.
May ask your kid to move his fingers or other affected limbs to check for the damage.
After examining all the physical symptoms and conducting physical tests, your doctor will ask you to go in for greenstick fracture radiology or an x-ray.
How is a Greenstick Fracture Treated?
A fracture involves a bend or twist in the bones that your doctor may straighten manually for your kid. Because this process is so painful, the doctor may administer general anaesthesia to your child. Once the bone is in place, the doctor will put a cast to keep the broken bone in place. Sometimes a splint may be used as the breakage is partial, which can be removed after the healing takes place.
What is the Healing Time of Greenstick Fracture?
The average time for any greenstick fracture to heal completely may take four weeks. However, it also depends on the severity of the fracture, and thus it may take anywhere from two to eight weeks for such kind of fractures to heal.
What Lifestyle Changes Need to Be Adopted?
A child who suffers from greenstick fracture may find it difficult to attend school for three to four days. Once the pain subsides, he may be allowed to attend the school. However, if the fracture is present in his dominant hand, he will require assistance for doing common everyday activities.
How Can You Manage Greenstick Fracture in Your Child?
A child is generally scared of getting injured, and a fracture can be devastating for him. It is important that you provide utmost emotional and physical support to your child at this stage and help him cope with this situation. A child may also refuse to wear splint or cast, as he may feel weird about wearing something of that sort. Give a valid explanation and tell your kid how important it is for his speedy recovery. Take your child for regular check-ups to keep a tab on his recovery.
How to Prevent a Greenstick Fracture?
As discussed above, greenstick fracture in a child is very common. However, there are few things that you can do as a parent to prevent your child from greenstick fracture:
Explain the importance of safety to your kid and tell him how violent ways may lead to serious injuries.
Tell your kid to play on a soft surface. Playing on a soft surface may provide protection against severe impact on bones.
If your kid is taking part in any strenuous sport or activity, make sure he is wearing appropriate safety equipment or gear.
Watch your little child when he is playing outdoors. Keeping an eye on your kids helps in protecting your child from various kinds of injuries and mishaps.
However, no matter how vigilant you are as a parent, sometimes the inevitable happens, and your kid may fall and succumb to serious injuries such as fractures. It is recommended that you pay heed to your kid’s symptoms and act promptly under such situations and seek medical help.
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Surprising Facts That Will Make You Love Your Toddler Even More
Who is not fascinated with a cute toddler?
Cute as a toddler may be, it takes a lot for many parents to survive this phase of toddlerhood. The most common reasons are terrible two tantrums, picky eating, pranks, etc. The list is endless.
Here are some surprising facts about toddlers that'll help you see how cute your toddler is, amidst all the tantrums.
Until three years of age, toddlers are devoid of kneecaps. Yes, you read it right. Toddlers have no kneecap. They just have cartilage in place of a kneecap.
Toddlers can hear things that even we can’t hear. They have a very sensitive hearing power, and can pick up higher frequencies than adults.
Toddlers tend to sleep for 12 hrs a day. No matter how much we worry about them not sleeping through the night, they make up for it.
They are ambidextrous, which means they can use both hands. Though we can’t change their predominant hand, they are ambidextrous until they turn two years old.
Toddlers have more brain connections than adults. Researchers say brain development happens until the age of three, and they're right. Before reaching the age of three, a toddler has already formed 1000 trillion brain connections, which is double than that of an adult.
On average, a toddler takes around 178 steps per minute.
Toddlerhood is a phase of rapid growth. A toddler can grow in spurts, even ½ inch in one night. So next time you find your toddler a little taller, just accept the fact that you're not hallucinating.
Toddlers have a very tiny tummy, which is just the size of a small fist. That’s why they eat smaller quantities of food and feel hungry several times during the day.
On average, a four-year-old child asks 430 questions a day.
Hope you would love your toddler even more after knowing these amazing facts about toddlers.
Happy Parenting!
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10 Common Sunscreen Ingredients That Can Harm Your Child
As we have been told by our parents and elders, an excess of anything isn't good, not even sunshine. While outdoors, you need to protect your little one’s tender skin from harmful UV (ultraviolet) radiations of the sun. However, do check that the sunscreen you are applying doesn't have potentially toxic chemicals which can cause a range of disorders from skin allergies to even cancer!
Sunscreens broadly fall into 2 categories- mineral and chemical. Mineral sunscreens protect the skin by blocking or reflecting the harmful radiations of the sun. On the other hand, chemical sunscreens are absorbed into the skin to filter and absorb UV rays thereby protecting deeper layers. However, while choosing brands, avoid the following 10 dubious ingredients to reap the benefits of sunscreen and sidestep the potentially harmful side effects.
Dangerous Ingredients In Sunscreen That You Must Avoid
1. Oxybenzone
This common ingredient in chemical sunscreens accumulates faster than our body can get rid of it. Eczema like allergic reactions can be caused when oxybenzone is absorbed by your child’s skin. Experts also suspect that oxybenzone disrupts your child’s hormones and endocrine system.
2. Octinoxate
Another sunscreen culprit is the commonly found chemical octinoxate which produces free radicals that can cause long-term damage to skin and cells. It's also believed to disrupt your child's hormonal balance.
3. Cinoxate
This active ingredient in sunscreens can cause skin rashes and other serious allergic reactions like swelling, especially of the face /tongue /throat, severe dizziness and breathing problems.
4. Retinyl Palmitate(Vitamin A Palmitate)
This active ingredient in sunscreens with anti-ageing powers breaks down when exposed to the sun's UV rays, and produces destructive free toxic radicals. These damage DNA and can even cause skin tumours and cancer.
5. Homosalate
These are UV-absorbing toxic sunscreen ingredients that tend to accumulate in our bodies and turn toxic over time. They can disrupt our hormones when the exposure is for long durations. ||
6. Paraben Preservatives
This common toxic chemical in sunscreens can lead to both acute and chronic side effects. Allergic reactions, hormone disruption, developmental and reproductive toxicity are a few harmful ingredients in sunscreen you strictly need to avoid.
7. Octocrylene
This chemical which is easily absorbed and retained by the body is particularly harmful when exposed to UV light. It produces oxygen radicals which can not only damage human cells and cause mutations but are also toxic to the environment.
8. Nanoparticles (Zinc Dioxide/Titanium Dioxide)
This can be risky when inhaled through sunscreens in spray forms. Your child's lungs have difficulty cleaning small particles, which may, therefore, pass from the lungs into the bloodstream. Extensive organ damage can be caused by soluble nanoparticles that penetrate skin or lung tissue.
9. Methylisothiazolinone(MI)
A common chemical preservative used in sunscreens is a potent allergen and can cause acute skin allergies in children. Definitely, one of the most alarming ingredients to avoid in sunscreen!
10. Fragrance
Synthetic fragrances used in some sunscreens contain harmful chemicals which might disrupt your child’s hormonal system. These are bad ingredients in sunscreen that can have long-term side effects.
This sure sounds scary! As concerned moms, try to choose herbal sunscreens that do not have these harmful chemicals. Also, make sure your child wears a hat and a full shirt when in the sun. Opt for a diet high in antioxidants which protect and nurture the skin. Fruits and veggies are your best bet here. Read more
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How to Handle Your Fussy Baby
Hearing your baby cry for the first time is an exciting experience, signaling the arrival of a healthy little person into your world. But as time passes and your baby doesn’t seem to stop fussing, the excitement can turn into worry and frustration.
After birth, parents inevitably learn that their babies cry a lot. The reason may be something obvious like being hungry, tired or wet, or something more subtle like trying to communicate with his parents.
But sometimes trying to feed, change or soothe your baby might not work. When the usual tricks don’t work, parents have to dig deeper to find out other means of soothing their fussy baby.
What is Fussiness in Babies?
Babies become fussy during their first few months after birth, whether breastfed or formula fed. This usually happens during the evening or in the afternoon, with most babies having fairly regular ‘fussy periods’. The fussiness usually occurs at the same time of the day with the same intensity . Fussiness is a normal part of infancy and usually goes away by three to four months, although the situation differs for each baby. There is no need to worry, unless the fussiness appears abnormal or the baby seems to be in far too much pain.
What Causes Fussiness in Babies?
Babies might get fussy due to colic or excess milk. They also get fussy due to skin rashes, nipple confusion, and sensitivity to food. If anything appears unusual, it’s best to consult the child’s doctor to find out the underlying cause of fussiness.
Fussiness may also happen because of fatigue, discomfort, loneliness or overstimulation. Infants get fussy very often when they are going through growth spurts.
How can Fussy Babies be Comforted?
Feeding the baby and making him burp
Changing his diaper
Making him wear loose fitting cotton clothes
Holding and giving him a back rub
Swinging the baby gently, in a rhythmic manner
Laying him on the floor on his stomach and patting his back
Reducing noise and making the lights dim
Singing a lullaby or playing gentle tunes
Giving the baby a warm bath
Taking the baby outside for a walk
Any of the methods mentioned above can be used to comfort a fussy baby. But the same technique can soon lose its effectiveness, so rotating them is ideal. Taking care of a fussy baby can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for parents. It is important to not worry if the usual methods aren’t yielding positive results. Take assistance from friends and relatives or consult the doctor if necessary. Comforting your baby gives him a feeling of security and lets him know that he is loved – after all, that is the most important thing! Read more
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