Skeletal injury patterns

Skeletal injury patterns refer to the typical ways bones break or get damaged during trauma. Common patterns include transverse fractures (straight across), oblique fractures (angled), spiral fractures (twisting), and comminuted fractures (bone shattered into pieces). The shape of the break depends on the force and direction of impact. Understanding these patterns helps medical professionals diagnose the injury, determine its severity, and plan effective treatment. Each pattern provides clues about how the injury occurred and guides appropriate intervention to ensure proper healing and function restored.