Question

Small bone fractures that develop in response to repetitive, cumulative trauma are known as __________ fractures.

Answer 1

Small bone fractures that develop in response to repetitive, cumulative trauma are known as stress fractures. These are fractures where bones are injured by overuse, they are commonly found in the spine, vertebrae, leg bones, feet, and the pelvis. They result from the accumulated trauma from repeated submaximal loading, such as running or jumping 

Answer 2

Small bone fractures that develop in response to, cumulative trauma are known as stress fractures.  

A stress fracture is a fracture of the bone which is caused by repeated stress. It is not a result of single impact but the result of accumulated repetitive trauma, such as running or jumping.