[Physiotherapy of fractures in childhood (author's transl)].

Fractures in Children need physio-and ergotherapy as much as fractures in adults. Before the seventh year monitoring is of prime importance, because malpositioning of fractures is frequent. In children between 7 and 12 years of age physio- and ergotherapy are essential factors in rehabilitation. Massage and irradiation are noxious. Passive exercise of the elbow joint is not successful but causes new injuries. Fractures of the vertebral column or injuries of the spinal cord should receive only functional treatment. Later consequences cannot be assessed until growth has ceased.