A forearm fracture is a break in one or both bones of the
forearm. The forearm consists of two bones: - Radius—the smaller
of the two bones, runs along the thumb side of your arm -
Ulna—the larger of the two bones, runs along the little finger
side of your arm Forearm Fracture with Swelling Copyright ©
Nucleus Medical Media, Inc. A forearm fracture is caused by
trauma to the bone. Trauma includes: - Fall on an outstretched
arm - Fall directly on the forearm - Direct blow to the forearm
- Twisting the arm beyond the elbow's normal range of motion A
risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a
disease, condition, or injury. Risk factors for a forearm
fracture include: - Advanced age - Decreased muscle mass - Poor
nutrition - Certain congenital bone conditions - Participating
in contact sports - Pain, often severe - Tenderness, swelling,
and bruising around the injury - Decreased range of motion - A
lump or visible deformity over the fracture site The doctor will
ask about your symptoms, your