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Wilderness: Fractures or Dislocations (cont.)

Medical Author:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
N Stuart Harris, MD, MFA
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Kimo Takayesu, MD

When to Seek Medical Care

  • Seek medical treatment as soon as possible following a fracture or dislocation.

  • Seek immediate medical attention if a fracture or dislocation penetrates the skin, if the extremity feels cold, or if pulse or sensation decreases.

  • Seek prompt medical attention for elbow, knee, and hip dislocations because nerve damage may occur.

  • Consult a doctor about treatment with available medications.

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