Transverse Fractures
The oblique fracture is broken at an angle across the bone and is usually the result of a sharp angled blow to the bone.
Causes
An oblique fracture is usually caused by an injury to the bone as the result of a fall, accident, or other trauma.
Treatment
The treatment options for an oblique fracture depend on the severity of the crack or break. You may need to take anti-inflammatory medications and pain relievers to handle pain. In some instances, the doctor may need to perform a reduction, which is the process of resetting the bone. In other cases, the doctor may restrict mobility by placing the broken bone in a brace, sling, or cast for several weeks. Sometimes surgery is required to insert nails, screws, wires or other devices to help the bones to heal.