Fracture Treatment & Surgery in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Signs of a fracture

• Pain that is worse when moving or pressing on the area
• Swelling and bruising
• A limb that looks bent, twisted or shorter
• Not being able to move or put weight on the limb
• A grating feeling or sound at the injury

First aid before reaching hospital

• Keep the injured part still and supported. Do not try to straighten it.
• Apply a cold pack wrapped in cloth to reduce swelling
• For bleeding wounds, press gently with a clean cloth
• Do not give food or drink if surgery may be needed
• If a neck or back injury is possible, do not move the person. Call 108.

How fractures are diagnosed

The doctor examines the injury and orders X-rays. For complex fractures, especially around joints, a CT scan may be needed. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: CT access]

Treatment options

• Plaster cast or splint: for many stable fractures, holding the bone still while it heals
• Closed reduction: setting the bone back in place without an operation, under pain relief or anaesthesia
• Surgery (internal fixation): plates, screws, wires or rods inside the body to hold the bone in the correct position
• External fixation: a frame outside the limb, often for severe open fractures
• Joint replacement: for some hip fractures in older people. See hip replacement.

Open fractures

If the bone breaks through the skin, it is an open fracture. It needs urgent treatment in the operation theatre to clean the wound and prevent infection, followed by fixation of the bone.

Hip fractures in older people

A fall in an older person can break the hip, especially with weak bones (osteoporosis). Most hip fractures need surgery within a day or two so the person can get up and walk again quickly, which lowers the risk of complications. After recovery, a check for osteoporosis helps prevent further fractures.

Fractures in children

Children’s bones heal quickly and many fractures are treated with a plaster. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: whether Apex operates on children’s fractures, given the hospital does not offer specialist paediatric surgery]

Healing and recovery

Most fractures take about 6 to 12 weeks to heal, depending on the bone, the type of break, age and health. Follow-up X-rays check healing. Physiotherapy restores movement and strength. Rehabilitation is supported by the hospital’s physiotherapy team. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: physiotherapy available for inpatients and outpatients]

Risks and complications

Possible complications include delayed healing or the bone not joining, healing in the wrong position, infection (especially after open fractures or surgery), stiffness, and blood clots. Smoking and poorly controlled diabetes slow healing.

Our orthopaedic team

Fracture care at Apex is supported by Apex Hospital’s orthopaedic team, including:

• Nilesh Sonawane, MBBS, D.Ortho [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: Doctors page says ‘D. Orthopedic’; confirm exact degree]
• Varun Shrimal, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), D.Ortho [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm exact degrees]

Rehabilitation is supported by the hospital’s physiotherapy team. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: physiotherapy available for inpatients and outpatients] Meet the team on our doctors page.

Fracture treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

After an accident, a nearby hospital with X-ray, orthopaedic surgeons and an operation theatre saves valuable time. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a fracture take to heal?

Most fractures take about 6 to 12 weeks to heal. Some take longer depending on the bone and your health.

Do all fractures need surgery?

No. Many heal well in a plaster or splint. Surgery is needed when the bone is out of place, unstable or involves a joint.

Is fracture treatment available at night?

Yes. Fractures are assessed and treated 24/7 through the emergency department.

Will the plates and screws be removed later?

Often they stay in permanently. Sometimes they are removed if they cause discomfort. Your surgeon will advise.

What should I do if my plaster feels too tight?

Come back to the hospital urgently if you have increasing pain, numbness, tingling, or fingers or toes that are swollen, pale or blue.

Sources

• MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine): Fractures