Chronic Post Fracture Pain
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Bone fractures are among the most common injuries managed by healthcare professionals and are typically associated with acute pain at the time of injury. Although pain usually improves as the fracture heals, some patients continue to experience pain even after radiographic union has been achieved. This persistent pain, referred to as chronic post-fracture pain (CPFP), can have a significant impact on function and quality of life. Early, appropriate, and effective fracture management is therefore essential to minimise the risk of CPFP. Healthcare professionals should recognise that a substantial proportion of patients may develop persistent pain despite successful fracture healing. Evidence indicates that, in certain fracture populations, more than 50% of patients may continue to experience long-term pain following fracture union. Keywords: Fracture; Chronic pain; Tibial fracture; Post fracture pain
Author: Makgabo J Tladi
Institution: University of Pretoria
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7225019775