Exploring Physiotherapeutic Approaches in the Management of Iliac Blade Fractures

One of the leading causes of pelvic fractures, especially iliac blade fractures, is road traffic accidents (RTAs). The orientation of the iliac blade fracture and the associated pelvic instability can provide particular challenges for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. We hereby, specify a case report of a 17-year-old male suffering from several injuries, including a compound iliac blade fracture, in a high-speed motor vehicle incident. The initial assessment revealed that the pelvic area was found to be painful, swollen, and had limited mobility. Diagnostic imaging such as X-ray evaluation was used to confirm the iliac blade's compound 3B fracture. Conservative procedures comprised of immobilization, medical treatment, and physical therapy. Early mobilization, pain management, and physical therapy to regain pelvic stability and function were all part of the follow-up therapy. The cause of iliac blade fracture in the patient is RTA. The present case report outlines the standardized protocols implemented to improve outcomes associated with iliac blade fractures secondary to RTAs. It emphasizes the significance of effective rehabilitation in the early management of symptoms such as pain and decreased range of motion (ROM), as well as in preventing deformity.

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Cureus
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2024-09-13
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Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries
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Exploring Physiotherapeutic Approaches in the Management of Iliac Blade Fractures

Swapna Jawade, Ishwari Gawande, Anushka Rohankar, Samruddhi Aherrao et al.
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Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries
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Exploring Physiotherapeutic Approaches in the Management of Iliac Blade Fractures

Swapna Jawade, Ishwari Gawande, Anushka Rohankar, Samruddhi Aherrao, Simran F Sheikh
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One of the leading causes of pelvic fractures, especially iliac blade fractures, is road traffic accidents (RTAs). The orientation of the iliac blade fracture and the associated pelvic instability can provide particular challenges for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. We hereby, specify a case report of a 17-year-old male suffering from several injuries, including a compound iliac blade fracture, in a high-speed motor vehicle incident. The initial assessment revealed that the pelvic area was found to be painful, swollen, and had limited mobility. Diagnostic imaging such as X-ray evaluation was used to confirm the iliac blade's compound 3B fracture. Conservative procedures comprised of immobilization, medical treatment, and physical therapy. Early mobilization, pain management, and physical therapy to regain pelvic stability and function were all part of the follow-up therapy. The cause of iliac blade fracture in the patient is RTA. The present case report outlines the standardized protocols implemented to improve outcomes associated with iliac blade fractures secondary to RTAs. It emphasizes the significance of effective rehabilitation in the early management of symptoms such as pain and decreased range of motion (ROM), as well as in preventing deformity.

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Exploring Physiotherapeutic Approaches in the Management of Iliac Blade Fractures — Swapna Jawade, Ishwari Gawande, et al. · Cureus (2024) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS