During the process of bone repair, immobilization of the bone is most useful during
A) the last 2 weeks as bone remodeling occurs.
B) the first 4 to 6 hours until the blood clot forms.
C) the first 2 weeks until the callus has formed.
D) the first 4 to 6 weeks until spongy bone has closed the break.
E) the entire 2 to 3 months that it takes for compact bone to replace the compact bone that was originally lost.

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Immobilization is crucial in the initial stages of bone healing to ensure the proper alignment and stabilization of the fracture. This period allows for the formation of a stable callus and the beginning of the conversion to spongy bone, which are essential steps before more substantial bone remodeling and healing can occur.

During the Process of Bone Repair, Immobilization of the Bone