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[[Fracture]] are common, but not very painful. They are frequent in the wrist and center of the palm. Fractures need medical help, as they can not heal over time.
 
=== Body/Shaft ===
The body or shaft is thick and broad — averaging {{convert|6|to|11|mm}}. On its dorsal side, the shaft is flat and wide, while the anteroposterior side is less pronounced; usually resulting in a oval-triangular cross-secion.