Core Topic: Trauma
Initial Trauma Assessment
This post dives into the basics of the initial trauma evaluation.
Read More
How to Apply a Pelvic Binder
This post discusses the application of both a commercial pelvic binder as well as a sheet for pelvic stabilization.
Read More
Ankle Fractures
Ankle fractures are commonly seen in the ED. Proper imaging, diagnosis, reduction and splinting are essential.
Read More
Tibial Plateau Fractures
In this post we review the presentation, diagnosis and management of tibial plateau fractures.
Read More
Traumatic Hemothorax
Evaluation and management of patients presenting with traumatic hemothorax.
Read More
Radial Head Fracture
Radial head fractures are common injuries that are frequently missed. This post reviews the exam, X-ray findings and management.
Read More
C-Spine Injuries + CT Interpretation
An in depth review of devastating injuries of the cervical spine. See the ABCs of of Reading C-Spine CTs post for some basics.
Read More
Open Fractures
Although relatively straightforward, management of open fractures has some minor nuances that are important for EPs to understand.
Read More