Sports Medicine — Physical Education STD 12 Commerce — Question

Transverse Fracture: It is a break in one of the bones of the spine or a part of it. It is shaped like a wing. Most probably, these injuries occur in the thoracic spine (the upper and middle parts of the vertebra and lumbar region)/ low back area.
Management of Transverse Fracture: If the injury is limited to a break of a transverse process with no other injury, hospital care is not necessary. Medication for pain control should be given. Limit the various activities. In intricate or multiple fractures of backbone (spine) there can be damage to spinal cord and may require operation. There can be pain and stiffness in the back for some weeks after transverse fracture. Complete rest should be given to the person. After that the affected person should not join in any activity. Neck and back braces may also be helpful in reducing pain and increasing mobility. Exercise should be done to improve motion and to strengthen back.