I was in so much pain before the surgery and now I feel like myself again. I only wish we found Dr. Deimel and his team sooner--he went the extra mile to get to the bottom of the issue. I'll be...
Erie, PA
Femur Fractures
A femoral shaft fracture, also known as a broken thigh bone, are most often due to a high-energy collision. The most common cause of a femur fracture is an auto accident. Other common causes are being hit by a car, falls from heights, and gunshot wounds. A lower-force incident, such as a fall from standing, may cause a broken thigh bone in an older person who has weaker bones.
Symptoms of Femur Fractures
- Immediate, severe pain
- Not able to put weight on the injured leg
- Visual deformation; shorter than the other lef and no longer straight.
To learn more about femoral shaft fractures, contact Dr. Jay Deimel to set up an appointment.
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