A fracture is commonly known to many as a broken bone. A high percentage of bone fractures occur due to high force impact or stress. While this may be the common percentage of fractures, there are other ways to acquire a bone fracture. Some can result from medical conditions which weaken the bone over time; these types of medical conditions include some forms of cancer and osteoporosis. A fracture or broken bone can happen in a partial or full break and can occur in any bone within the body. There are a few different symptoms that can occur from a fracture, depending on the location of the fracture, the person’s age at the time of the fracture, the general health of the individual, and the severity of the injury. Typically, these are the most common symptoms of a fracture: - Pain - Swelling - Bruising - Bleeding – if it is a compound fracture - Discoloration of the skin around the fractured area - Protrusion of bone in the affected area, at an unusual angle - Inability to apply weight to the injured area - Inability to apply movement to the injured area - A noticeable grating sensation within the affected bone or joint If you have a more severe case of a bone fracture, you may experience: - Dizziness - Fainting - Light-headedness - Nausea