{"id":4772,"date":"2026-02-03T04:38:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T04:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thegcdigital.com\/drnikhiliyer\/?post_type=services&p=4772"},"modified":"2026-02-08T16:17:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-08T16:17:20","slug":"fracture-fixation","status":"publish","type":"services","link":"https:\/\/www.thegcdigital.com\/drnikhiliyer\/department\/fracture-fixation\/","title":{"rendered":"Fracture Fixation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What is Fracture Fixation?<\/h3> \r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A fracture is a broken bone. It can range from a thin crack to a complete break. Bone can fracture crosswise, lengthwise, in several places, or into many pieces. Most fractures happen when a bone is impacted by more force or pressure than it can support.<\/p>

Most fractures are accompanied by intense pain when the initial injury occurs. It may become worse when you move or touch the injured area. In some cases, you may even pass out from the pain. You may also feel dizzy or chilled from shock. You can develop a fracture when your bone is impacted with greater pressure or force than it can support. This force usually occurs suddenly or is very intense. The strength of the force determines the severity of the fracture.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Diagnosis<\/h3> \r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A doctor will carry out a physical examination, identify signs and symptoms, and make a diagnosis. If you suspect you have a fracture, get medical attention immediately. Your doctor will likely ask you about your symptoms and perform a visual examination of the injured area. They may ask you to move the area in certain ways to check for pain or other signs of injury. Doctors will often order an X-ray. In some cases, an MRI or CT scan may also be ordered.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Fracture treatment is usually aimed at making sure there is the best possible function of the injured part after healing. For the natural healing process to begin, the ends of the broken bone need to be lined up – this is known as reducing the fracture. The patient is usually asleep under a general anesthetic when fracture reduction is done. Fracture reduction may be done by manipulation, closed reduction (pulling the bone fragments), or surgery.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Prevention<\/h3> \r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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You can\u2019t prevent all fractures. But you can work to keep your bones strong so they\u2019ll be less susceptible to damage. To maintain your bone strength, consume a nutritious diet, including foods that are rich in calcium and vitamin D. It\u2019s also important to exercise regularly. Weight-bearing exercises are particularly helpful for building and maintaining bone strength.<\/p>

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Some ways through which you can prevent fracture are :<\/p>

Nutrition & Sunlight<\/b>\u00a0– the human body needs adequate supplies of calcium for healthy bones as well as vitamin D to absorb calcium – exposure to sunlight<\/p>

Physical Activity<\/b>\u00a0-the more weight-bearing exercises you do, the stronger and denser your bones will be.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Common FAQs<\/h3> \r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Fracture fixation surgery is performed under anesthesia, so there is no pain during the procedure. Mild to moderate pain after surgery is normal and is usually well controlled with medications.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Recovery depends on the bone involved and the severity of the fracture. Most patients start gentle movement early, while complete healing and return to normal activity may take a few weeks to several months.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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This depends on the type of fracture and fixation used. Some patients may be allowed partial movement or weight-bearing early, while others may need support or rest for a period as advised by the surgeon.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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In most cases, the implants used for fracture fixation are left in place permanently. Removal is only considered if they cause pain, irritation, or other problems after the bone has fully healed.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, physiotherapy is often an important part of recovery. It helps restore strength, flexibility, and function of the affected limb and reduces stiffness after healing.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What is Fracture Fixation? A fracture is a broken bone. It can range from a thin crack to a complete break. Bone can fracture crosswise, lengthwise, in several places, or into many pieces. Most fractures happen when a bone is impacted by more force or pressure than it can support. Most fractures are accompanied by intense pain when the initial injury occurs. It may become worse when you move or touch the injured area. In some cases, you may even pass out from the pain. You may also feel dizzy or chilled from shock. You can develop a fracture when your bone is impacted with greater pressure or force than it can support. This force usually occurs suddenly or is very intense. The strength of the force determines the severity of the fracture. Diagnosis A doctor will carry out a physical examination, identify signs and symptoms, and make a diagnosis. If you suspect you have a fracture, get medical attention immediately. Your doctor will likely ask you about your symptoms and perform a visual examination of the injured area. They may ask you to move the area in certain ways to check for pain or other signs of injury. Doctors will often order an X-ray. In some cases, an MRI or CT scan may also be ordered. Treatment Fracture treatment is usually aimed at making sure there is the best possible function of the injured part after healing. For the natural healing process to begin, the ends of the broken bone need to be lined up – this is known as reducing the fracture. The patient is usually asleep under a general anesthetic when fracture reduction is done. Fracture reduction may be done by manipulation, closed reduction (pulling the bone fragments), or surgery. Prevention You can\u2019t prevent all fractures. But you can work to keep your bones strong so they\u2019ll be less susceptible to damage. To maintain your bone strength, consume a nutritious diet, including foods that are rich in calcium and vitamin D. It\u2019s also important to exercise regularly. Weight-bearing exercises are particularly helpful for building and maintaining bone strength. \u00a0 Some ways through which you can prevent fracture are : Nutrition & Sunlight\u00a0– the human body needs adequate supplies of calcium for healthy bones as well as vitamin D to absorb calcium – exposure to sunlight Physical Activity\u00a0-the more weight-bearing exercises you do, the stronger and denser your bones will be. Common FAQs Is fracture fixation surgery painful? Fracture fixation surgery is performed under anesthesia, so there is no pain during the procedure. Mild to moderate pain after surgery is normal and is usually well controlled with medications. How long does it take to recover after fracture fixation? Recovery depends on the bone involved and the severity of the fracture. Most patients start gentle movement early, while complete healing and return to normal activity may take a few weeks to several months. Will I be able to walk or use my limb immediately after surgery? This depends on the type of fracture and fixation used. Some patients may be allowed partial movement or weight-bearing early, while others may need support or rest for a period as advised by the surgeon. Do the plates, screws, or rods need to be removed later? In most cases, the implants used for fracture fixation are left in place permanently. Removal is only considered if they cause pain, irritation, or other problems after the bone has fully healed. Is physiotherapy required after fracture fixation? Yes, physiotherapy is often an important part of recovery. 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