I just found out my 14 year old niece broke both her femur and tibia and will be in a cast from hip to toe for the next 6 weeks! I want to put together a care package - any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by bahama mama on Jun 7, 2008 - 17 answers

What are the risks and benefits of intramedullary nails versus plating in a proximal shaft of femur fracture?
posted by trashcan on Feb 9, 2008 - 5 answers

My 74-year-old father-in-law broke his femur skiing last week. Please recommend a physical therapist in the SF Bay Area for a very active older person. [more inside]
posted by harkin banks on Dec 18, 2007 - 3 answers

how likely is it that I'm walking on a broken leg? [more inside]
posted by dflemingdotorg on Dec 4, 2006 - 7 answers