Fracture Treatment & Surgery
A fracture can affect your mobility, independence, and everyday activities. Fracture treatment and surgery are planned according to the location, severity, alignment, and type of bone injury. An orthopaedic specialist may recommend an X-ray or other imaging tests to understand the fracture and determine the most appropriate treatment.
Comprehensive Fracture Care
Treatment may include immobilisation with a cast, splint, or supportive brace when the bone can heal without surgery. If the broken bones are displaced or the fracture is more complex, the doctor may first realign the bone and, when necessary, recommend fracture surgery to restore alignment and stability. Surgical fixation can involve plates, screws, rods, pins, or other fixation methods depending on the fracture.
Recovery and Rehabilitation
Recovery varies depending on the bone involved, fracture severity, treatment method, age, and overall health. Follow-up appointments may be needed to monitor bone healing. After immobilisation or surgery, physiotherapy and rehabilitation may help improve movement, strength, flexibility, and function.