A traumatic injury refers to a severe physical injury that occurs suddenly; e.g., the result of a vehicle accident or fall, and typically requires immediate medical attention for evaluation and treatment. Orthopaedic trauma injuries can range from isolated single extremity fractures to complex multiple extremity injuries. Often, multiple bones can be involved and the injury can include joint, tendons, ligaments, nerve and vascular structures. Sometimes, when the bone is fractured, it can break … [Read more...] about What is Orthopaedic Trauma; How Do We Care for These Injuries?