Rest and observation If a baby has a fracture, even if it is an upper limb fracture, he or she should rest in bed for 3-7 days so that the fracture site can be fixed and rehabilitated. If the doctor fixes the baby with a cast, parents should closely observe whether the temperature and sensation of the baby’s limbs and body are normal, whether the skin color is rosy, and whether the limbs can stretch and move. If the baby’s limbs are found to be swollen, cold or numb, and the skin is pale, bruised or unable to move, the baby should be taken to the hospital immediately for a review. Enhance nutrition When a baby has a fracture, it should be supplemented with abundant protein, vitamins and minerals. At the beginning of the fracture, the baby’s appetite will be poor, so light and easily digestible food should be arranged, such as giving the baby some fish soup, meat soup and egg soup. As the baby recovers, the appetite will gradually improve, and protein-rich foods, such as lean meat, fish, eggs and soybean products, should be added appropriately. Minerals and vitamins are also important for the recovery of fracture. You should encourage your baby to eat more calcium and vitamin-rich foods, such as milk, soybean products, fresh vegetables and fruits, etc. Precautions after plaster fixation 1. After the plaster is fixed, parents should pay attention to help the baby protect the plaster from breaking, falling off and getting wet. 2.The fractured limb can be elevated with pillows and towels, the height can be slightly more than the level of the baby’s heart when lying down, which is conducive to the return of venous blood flow, reduce the swelling and pain of the injured part, and promote the healing of the fracture. 3.The baby’s fractured limb should be done early functional exercise with the help of professionals. 4.After the removal of the cast, the limb and joint movement is limited, which is a normal phenomenon, mainly due to the reduced activity of the fractured limb and muscle atrophy. After a period of functional exercise, it will generally return to normal.