Posted: April 24th, 2025

Musculoskeletal DG

Respond to post with 1 reference apa 7th edition and a question at the end.

Where can you find evidence-based practice guidelines for sprains/fractures? 

To answer your question, there are several websites where you can find evidence-based guidelines for these injuries. I want to discuss two specific sources: one you mentioned in your PowerPoint and another I would like to add.  You talked about the National Library of Medicine (NIH), which has numerous links to evidence-based research on splinting, sprains, and fractures. This week, I found an article from the NIH that aligns with the topic you presented, discussing the crucial actions that need to be taken in a primary care setting, such as initially stabilizing fractures (Falk et al., 2022).  Additionally, I would like to introduce another valuable resource: the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Founded at Northwestern University, the AAOS provides education and practice management services on various topics, including sprains, strains, fractures, and other orthopedic issues (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2020).

While the two examples discussed highlight common occurrences of sprains, strains, and fractures, there is a wide array of resources available to both healthcare providers and the general public. These resources include educational materials, online databases, and professional guidelines that can enhance understanding and treatment of these injuries. 

References

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (2020, June). Sprains, strains & other Soft-Tissue injuries – OrthoInfo – AAOS. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/sprains-strains-and-other-soft-tissue-injuries/

Falk, N., Pendergraph, B., Meredith, T. J., Le, G., & Hornsby, H. (2022). Managing fractures and sprains. Primary Care Clinics in Office Practice, 49(1), 145–161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pop.2021.10.007