Femoral shaft fractures in children of this age range are usually the result of falls, and are generally treated with early spica cast placement unless excessive shortening is present on initial ...

Spica Cast: A type of cast that immobilizes a limb and the adjacent joint, commonly used for fractures in the hip or femur. Neuromuscular Disorders: Conditions that affect the nerves controlling ...

and the social situation all affect the treatment of a child with a femoral shaft fracture. Treatment modalities include the Pavlik harness, traction, immediate spica casting, traction followed by ...