Lower Extremity Fractures
If you have suspect a fracture, Dr. Michael Krosin, Dr. Steven Zourabian, and Dr. Virginia Lieu are the best, Board certified fellowship trained specialists that can provide expert evaluation and treatment. We proudly serve patients throughout the East Bay, including Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro, San Ramon, and Dublin.
LOWER EXTREMITY FRACTURES
Lower extremity fractures involve injuries to the bones of the hip, thigh, knee, and lower leg. These fractures can affect mobility, stability, and the ability to walk or bear weight.
Common lower extremity fractures include: Hip fractures, Femur fractures, Distal femur fractures, Patella fractures, Tibial plateau fractures, Pilon fractures
These injuries may occur after falls, sports injuries, workplace accidents, or motor vehicle collisions. Some fractures are stable and can be treated without surgery, while others require surgical repair to restore alignment and joint function.
Early evaluation by an orthopedic specialist helps ensure proper healing and a safe return to daily activities.
A hip fracture is a break in the upper portion of the femur (thigh bone) near the hip joint. These fractures most commonly occur in older adults after a fall, particularly in patients with osteoporosis.
Hip fractures typically occur in two main areas:
- Femoral neck fractures
- Intertrochanteric fractures
A femur fracture is a break in the thigh bone, the longest and strongest bone in the body. Because significant force is usually required to break the femur, these fractures often occur after:
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Falls from height
- Sports injuries
- High-impact trauma
A distal femur fracture occurs near the lower end of the femur above the knee joint. These fractures can affect the knee joint and may disrupt the ability to bear weight or bend the knee.
Distal femur fractures may occur due to:
- High-energy trauma such as car accidents
- Falls in older adults
- Sports injuries
A patella fracture is a break in the kneecap, the small bone located in front of the knee joint. The patella plays an important role in knee extension and leg strength.
Patella fractures commonly occur from:
- Direct blows to the knee
- Falls onto the knee
- Motor vehicle accidents
A tibial plateau fracture occurs at the top of the tibia (shinbone) where it forms the lower portion of the knee joint.
Because this fracture involves the knee joint surface, proper treatment is important to prevent long-term joint problems.
Common causes include:
- Falls
- Sports injuries
- Motor vehicle accidents
A pilon fracture is a break in the distal tibia near the ankle joint. These injuries often occur from high-energy trauma, such as falls from height or motor vehicle accidents.
Pilon fractures involve the weight-bearing surface of the ankle joint, making accurate treatment essential.
What to Expect at East Bay Orthopaedic
At East Bay Ortho, we start with a one-on-one consultation to understand your injury, goals, and routine. From there, our doctors develop a plan to maintain bone alignment, and protect long-term shoulder and arm movement.
As you recover, we guide you through rehabilitation, monitor your progress, and provide tips to prevent future injuries. Our goal is to help you regain strength and safely return to work, hobbies, and daily activities.
We proudly serve patients throughout the East Bay, including Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro, San Ramon, and Dublin.
Schedule a consultation with our doctors to begin focused, effective care.