Salter-Harris classification of fractures

Salter Harris classification is used for fractures involving the physis ( growth plates) of long bones. These fractures are common in children as their skeletal growth is not fully complete.

Depending on the extent and the structures involved, there are 5 types as follows: 

Here is a mnemonic to remember the different types, which actually goes by the name of the classification itself!

S - Separation through growth plate or physis

A - Above the physis

L - Lower to physis

T - Through the physis, metaphysis, epiphysis

ER-ERasure of physis ( as it is a compression fracture of growth plate)

Hope this helps!

-Padma Sri Katikaneni