Hello ji Thanks for the kind response and follow up. Yes it can be possible Fresh fracture occurs in 0-5 days while 1 week fracture shows mild callus formation 1 month fracture shows marked remodeling. Donot worry now child is in that phase that complete remodeling will occur. Follow up is required after 2-3 months. No need for physiotherapy Healing is also going ok But you need to evaluate for Immobilisation Pain discomfort Regards
Fractures in newborns can indeed occur during delivery, especially in cases of complicated labor or breech position where more force may be applied. Post-delivery handling is generally careful, but mishandling could also lead to injury. Differentiating between a birth-time fracture and a post-birth injury can be quite challenging. An X-ray in these cases might show callus formation, which indicates healing and typically suggests that the fracture isn’t extremely recent. Your description of slight swelling could indeed be callus formation, which signals recovery and bone healing. In young children, the bones are still growing and remodeling so they often heal very well, typically becoming as normal and functional as uninjured bones. Follow-up X-rays can be a good tool to confirm proper healing, often done a few weeks after the injury to ensure everything’s proceeding normally. Physiotherapy or gentle movement isn’t usually necessary for newborns unless advised by a specialist because their bones are naturally flexible and tend to heal properly with minimal intervention. Long-term risks can be minimal if the fracture heals well, but it’s crucial to observe for any potential growth disturbances or misalignments as the child grows. Be vigilant and consult your pediatrician if there are any concerns about asymmetry or mobility issues. While proper monitoring and intervention if necessary is key, many newborns recover very well from such fractures. It’s always beneficial to have pediatric follow-up appointments to track recovery and development.
