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• Buckle Fractures for Parents

  
  

  A buckle or torus fracture is a type of broken bone. One side of the bone bends, raising a little buckle, without breaking the other side of the bone.

• Greenstick Fractures for Teens

  
  

  A greenstick fracture is a type of broken bone. The bone cracks on one side only, not all the way through the bone.

• Growth Plate Fractures for Parents

  
  

  Injuries to growth plates, which produce new bone tissue and determine the final length and shape of bones in adulthood, must be treated so that bones heal properly.

• Stress Fractures for Teens

  
  

  It's not always easy to tell if you have a stress fracture, and stress fractures can get worse quickly. This article explains how to prevent and treat them.

• Arthrogryposis for Parents

  
  

  Children with arthrogryposis have stiff joints that don't move well. Treatments like splinting, bracing, therapy, and surgery help kids get the best range of motion.

• A to Z: Dislocation, Thumb for Parents

  
  

  A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A dislocated thumb may happen from a fall, blow, or sports injury, especially if the thumb is bent back or jammed.

• First Aid: Broken Bones for Parents

  
  

  A broken bone needs emergency medical care. Here's what to do if you think your child fractured a bone.

• Strains and Sprains for Teens

  
  

  Sprains and strains are common injuries, especially for people who play hard or are into sports. Find out what they are and how to recuperate from one.

• Limited Mobility Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents

  
  

  What teachers should know about students with limited mobility, and how teachers can help them in the classroom.

• First Aid: Broken Bones for Teens

  
  

  A broken bone requires emergency medical care. Here's what to do.