What is a burst fracture?

Burst fractures are fractures caused by high-energy violence.

Burst fractures are serious fractures, usually referred to as comminuted, rupturing injuries to bones under high-energy violence. This type of fracture is common in the spine, especially the lumbar spine. When subjected to strong vertical compression violence, the vertebral body can be fragmented and split in all directions, and the fracture fragments can be displaced into the spinal canal, which may lead to spinal stenosis and seriously affect spinal cord nerve function.

In addition to severe pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the fracture area, patients with burst fractures may also be accompanied by nerve damage symptoms such as numbness, weakness, and defecation dysfunction. Such fractures often require surgical treatment to restore spinal stability, relieve nerve compression, and promote recovery of nerve function.