High Energy Tibial Plateau Fracture

Knee Fractures

Fractures around the knee are generally grouped together because they involve the bones around the knee and rehabilitate similarly. The most common type of fracture around the knee is a fracture of the kneecap or the patella. This generally occurs from a fall directly on the front of the knee. Surgery is indicated when the patella is displaced widely.

Fractures of the upper part of the tibia are referred to as tibial plateau fractures. These are considered articular fractures and that they involve bone to which gliding cartilage of the knee joint is attached. It is crucial to restore congruity of the surface of the joint as well as alignment and rotation of the mechanical axis of the leg to achieve good outcome.

 Patella "Kneecap" Fractures

Tibial Plateau Fractures

High Energy Tibial Shaft Fracture

Tibial Shaft Fractures

Tibial shaft fractures are the most commonly fractured long bone and adults. These typically occur from moderate to high energy injury such as car accidents and falls. Treatment is largely dictated by the condition of the skin and soft tissue surrounding the fracture.