ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Most greenstick fractures occur in children younger than 10 years of age. This type of broken bone most commonly occurs in children because their bones are softer and more flexible than are the bones of adults.

Detailed explanation-2: -[1] They occur most often in long bones, including the fibula, tibia, ulna, radius, humerus, and clavicle. Most commonly, they occur in the forearm and arm involving either the ulna, radius or humerus.

Detailed explanation-3: -In nearly every case, greenstick fractures are caused by falls. Although greenstick fractures can happen to any bone, they are most common in the arms. This is because most people try to break their falls with their hands and arms.

Detailed explanation-4: -Greenstick fractures not only occur in children but also in adults.

Detailed explanation-5: -Torus, or “buckle” fractures – Torus fractures are the most common fractures in children. They frequently happen around the wrist when children fall and try to catch themselves. An example of a torus or “buckle” fracture.