Orthopaedics
Fracture & Trauma Care
Fracture and trauma care covers the diagnosis and treatment of broken bones and orthopaedic injuries, ranging from cast immobilisation for simple fractures to surgical fixation for complex or unstable breaks.
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How It's Performed
Treatment depends on the fracture's location, pattern, and severity. Simple fractures may be managed with casting or bracing, while complex or displaced fractures may require surgical fixation with plates, screws, rods, or external fixators to restore alignment and stability.
What happens, step by step
- Emergency assessment: examination, pain relief, splinting and X-rays (sometimes CT) define the fracture.
- Alignment: the bone is gently realigned (reduction) where needed, often under anaesthesia.
- Immobilisation: stable fractures are held in a cast or brace while they heal.
- Surgical fixation: displaced or unstable fractures are held with plates, screws, rods or wires.
- Rehabilitation: guided movement and strengthening restore function after healing.
Conditions Treated
- — Simple and complex fractures
- — Dislocations
- — Soft-tissue injuries associated with trauma
- — Non-union or delayed-healing fractures
Benefits
- — Treatment tailored to fracture type and severity
- — Options ranging from non-surgical to surgical fixation
- — Aims to restore alignment, stability, and function
- — Structured rehabilitation to support recovery
Who May Need This Treatment
- — Suspected broken bones after a fall, road accident or sports injury
- — Displaced, unstable or open fractures
- — Fractures involving a joint surface
- — Fragility fractures of the wrist, hip or spine in older adults
Recovery
Recovery timelines vary widely depending on the fracture and treatment used, ranging from weeks for simple fractures to several months for complex injuries, with physiotherapy often supporting the return to full function.
| When | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Weeks 0-2 | Swelling control, protection, first review and follow-up X-ray |
| Weeks 6-8 | Early bone healing in many adult fractures; cast removal or increased loading |
| Months 2-3 | Physiotherapy restores movement and strength |
| Months 3-12 | Bone remodelling continues; return to sport or heavy work as cleared |
Typical recovery timeline — individual recovery varies
Is This Right For You?
Not every patient with simple and complex fractures or a related condition needs fracture & trauma care. Dr. Nirmal Patil, MS (Ortho) reviews your symptoms, clinical examination, and imaging to confirm whether this is the right approach for you, or whether conservative treatment is more appropriate.
Alternatives to Consider First
Many well-aligned, stable fractures heal well in a cast or brace without surgery. Surgery is offered when the position or stability cannot be maintained otherwise.
Risks & Considerations
Risks include infection, delayed or non-union, stiffness, implant irritation and, rarely, nerve or blood vessel injury. Prompt treatment and following instructions reduce complications.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation
- — Does my fracture need surgery, or will a cast do?
- — When can I put weight on it or use the limb?
- — Should I be checked for osteoporosis?
Fracture & Trauma Care in Wakad, Pune
Dr. Nirmal Patil, MS (Ortho) has 16 years of experience in spine and orthopaedic care and consults at Precision Ortho Spine & Rehab Clinic, Vishnu Dev Nagar, Wakad, Pune. Patients travel from Wakad, Hinjewadi, Baner, Pimple Saudagar, Punawale, Ravet and across Pimpri-Chinchwad. Every recommendation begins with a proper examination and imaging review, and you are given a clear explanation of your options, including non-surgical ones, before any decision is made.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every fracture need surgery?
No — many fractures heal well with casting, bracing, or splinting alone. Surgery is generally considered for fractures that are displaced, unstable, or involve a joint surface.
How long does a broken bone take to heal?
Healing time varies by the bone involved, the fracture type, and the patient's age and health — simple fractures may heal in a few weeks, while complex fractures can take several months.
What is fracture fixation surgery?
It's a surgical procedure that uses implants such as plates, screws, or rods to hold broken bone fragments in the correct position while they heal.
When should I see a doctor after an injury?
Seek prompt medical attention for any suspected fracture — signs include severe pain, swelling, deformity, or inability to bear weight or use the affected limb.
Will I need physiotherapy after a fracture?
Physiotherapy is often recommended after fracture treatment to restore strength, range of motion, and function, particularly for fractures near a joint or after surgical fixation.
What should I do right after a suspected fracture?
Keep the limb still and supported, apply a cold pack and go to a hospital promptly. Do not try to realign it yourself.
How long does a broken bone take to heal?
Most adult fractures form enough new bone in about 6 to 8 weeks, with remodelling continuing for months.
Will my metal implants need to be removed?
Usually not; most implants stay in permanently and are removed only if they cause specific problems.
Discuss your case with Dr. Nirmal Patil, MS (Ortho)
Every case is different. Book a consultation to review your symptoms and imaging.