How Do Bones Break?
Bones usually have no problem supporting your body as you go about your daily activities, including exercise and play. They are strong and flexible enough to absorb the light impact your body experiences during these activities. Once in a while, a bone is put under more stress than it can handle. When that happens, it breaks. A broken bone is called a fracture by doctors. There are three main types of fractures: stress fractures, impact fractures, and pathological fractures.