Orthopedic trauma can be caused by various incidents, including:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents: Collisions, crashes, or accidents involving vehicles can lead to orthopedic injuries such as fractures, dislocations, or soft tissue damage.
• Falls: Falls from heights or slips and trips can result in fractures, particularly in the wrists, hips, or ankles, as well as other orthopedic injuries.
• Sports Injuries: Participation in sports activities or high-impact sports can lead to fractures, sprains, strains, or ligament tears.
• Work-Related Injuries: Certain occupations, particularly those involving physical labor or construction work, pose risks of orthopedic injuries due to accidents or repetitive stress.

Common orthopedic trauma injuries include:

• Fractures: Broken bones ranging from simple fractures to complex ones involving multiple breaks or compound fractures where the bone pierces the skin.

• Dislocations: Occur when the ends of two connected bones separate from their normal position, often in joints like shoulders, elbows, hips, or knees.

• Soft Tissue Injuries: These include injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, or cartilage, such as sprains, strains, or tears.