Fracture Care

• Non-operative

• Open Reduction & Internal Fixation

• Closed Reduction & Internal Fixation

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Non-operative fracture care involves treating broken bones without surgery. Instead of surgery, methods like casting, splinting, bracing, or realigning the bone (known as closed reduction) are used to allow the bone to heal naturally. This approach is ideal for fractures that are stable and don't require surgical intervention for proper healing.

Who Needs Non-Operative Fracture Care and Why?

Individuals with Stable Fractures: Fractures that are not displaced or misaligned can heal well with casting or bracing, making surgery unnecessary.

Seniors with Fragile Bones: Older adults with conditions like osteoporosis can benefit from non-surgical approaches, as surgery might carry higher risks.

Children with Growth Plate Fractures: Non-operative care is often preferred for children since their bones are still growing and can heal effectively with proper alignment.

People with Minor Breaks or Stress Fractures: For small, uncomplicated fractures, a non-operative approach allows for natural healing while minimizing the risks associated with surgery.

Patients Seeking a Less Invasive Treatment: Those who wish to avoid surgery can often opt for non-operative care when the fracture is minor and stable enough to heal on its own.

Non-operative fracture care helps patients recover while avoiding the risks and recovery time associated with surgery, making it a common and effective approach for certain types of fractures.

Non-operative fracture care

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Closed Reduction and Internal Fixation is a surgical procedure used to treat fractures where the bone is first realigned without making a large incision (closed reduction), and then stabilized with internal devices such as screws, plates, or rods (internal fixation). This procedure ensures that the bones heal in the correct position and restores normal function to the injured area.

Who Needs Closed Reduction & Internal Fixation and Why?

Patients with Complex or Displaced Fractures: When bones are severely out of alignment or broken into multiple pieces, CRIF helps to properly realign and stabilize them for effective healing.

Individuals with Fractures in Critical Areas: Bones in areas like the hip, ankle, or wrist often require internal fixation to ensure they heal properly and maintain full range of motion after recovery.

Active Adults and Athletes: CRIF allows for faster and more reliable healing, enabling individuals to return to their regular activities sooner than if the fracture were treated non-surgically.

Seniors with Fragile Bones: Older adults, especially those with osteoporosis, may need internal fixation to prevent further bone damage and ensure proper healing of fractures.

People with Multiple or Complex Breaks: In cases of multiple fractures or complicated bone breaks, internal fixation devices help keep the bone stable and aligned for optimal healing.

CRIF is essential for restoring the proper structure and function of broken bones, especially when non-operative methods are insufficient to ensure proper healing.

Closed Reduction and Internal Fixation

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Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) is a surgical procedure used to repair severe or complex fractures. Unlike closed reduction, this approach involves making an incision to directly access the broken bones (open reduction) and then using internal devices like screws, plates, or rods (internal fixation) to hold the bones in the correct position while they heal. This method is commonly used when the bones are too displaced or fragmented to heal properly on their own.

Who Needs Open Reduction & Internal Fixation and Why?

Patients with Severe or Displaced Fractures: When bones are significantly out of alignment or broken into multiple pieces, ORIF is necessary to realign and stabilize them.

Individuals with Fractures in Critical Areas: Fractures in areas such as the hip, wrist, ankle, or elbow often require ORIF to ensure the bones heal correctly and the joint regains full function.

People with Open or Compound Fractures: When a fracture involves an open wound or bone breaking through the skin, ORIF helps repair both the bone and the surrounding tissue, promoting proper healing.

Patients with Multiple or Complex Bone Breaks: For complicated or multi-fragment fractures, ORIF provides the stability needed for bones to heal correctly.

Seniors with Fragile Bones: Older adults, particularly those with osteoporosis, may require ORIF to prevent further bone deterioration and ensure proper recovery from a fracture.

Athletes or Active Adults: ORIF enables those with severe fractures to regain strength, mobility, and function more quickly and reliably compared to other treatments.

ORIF is often the best option for serious fractures to ensure the bones heal in the correct position, allowing for proper function and mobility after recovery.

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