No stress fracture

What does "No stress fracture" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"No stress fracture" in a medical document means that there is no small crack or severe bruising within a bone. This term is often used when doctors are discussing the results of an imaging test, like an X-ray or MRI. It's a way of saying that the bones appear to be healthy and there are no signs of the type of damage that can occur from overuse or repetitive activity.

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