domestic violence<\/a>.\u00a0 Physical abuse can lead to broken bones. If an abuser twists a foot or ankle, the fibula can fracture in a spiral pattern. Sharp blows or thrown objects can damage the lower leg and be pushed or thrown down steps can lead to a broken fibula.<\/p>\n\n\n\nChildren and the elderly are especially at risk for injuries and fractures because they are defenseless against violence. Fractures to the arms and legs are very common in domestic violence victims. The abuser feels that facial injuries would raise suspicion so they damage areas of the body that can be injured in everyday mishaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Abuse victims may ignore a break or lie about the injury because they fear the abuser and don\u2019t want to involve law enforcement. If the abuser is also the breadwinner, victims are afraid that they may lose their source of income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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