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Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the...
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Preoperative Immobilization for Pediatric Femur Fractures.

Connor Mathes1, LeiLani Mansy2, Lisa Berglund1

  • 1Children's Mercy Kansas City, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kansas City, MO, USA.

Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
|November 19, 2025

View abstract on PubMed

Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Preoperative immobilization for pediatric femur fractures varies by age. Younger children benefit from splints, while older children use Bucks boot traction to reduce complications before surgery.

Keywords:
BodyweightBucks tractionFemur fracturePreoperative management

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Definitive surgical management guidelines for pediatric femoral shaft fractures are established.
  • Preoperative immobilization techniques are inconsistent and lack clear guidelines for caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present evidence-based recommendations for preoperative immobilization of pediatric femur fractures.
  • To guide caregivers and healthcare teams in appropriate preoperative care.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical experience review
  • Literature review
  • Age- and size-based treatment recommendations

Main Results:

  • Temporary splints are preferred for patients under 5 years.
Skeletal traction
Splint
  • Bucks boot traction is recommended for skeletally immature patients over 5 years.
  • Skeletal traction is reserved for adolescents, skeletally mature patients, or polytrauma cases.

    • Conclusions:

    • Proper preoperative immobilization is crucial for patient comfort and complication reduction.
    • Tailoring immobilization techniques to patient age and size optimizes outcomes.
    • Standardized preoperative care improves the management of pediatric femur fractures.