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What is involved in fracture repair?

Updated: 11/17/2022
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Fracture repair is the process of rejoining and realigning the ends of broken bones, usually performed by an orthopedist, general surgeon, or family doctor.

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How is fracture repair accomplished?

Fracture repair is accomplished by means of applied traction , surgery, and immobilizing affected bones.


Who performs fracture repair?

Fracture repair is usually performed by an orthopedic surgeon, general surgeon, or family physician.


What does the body do after fracture repair?

Once the procedure for fracture repair is completed, the body begins to produce new tissue to bridge the fracture site and rejoin the broken pieces


What is the purpose of fracture repair?

Fracture repair is required when there is a need for restoration of the normal position and function of the broken bone. Throughout the stages of fracture healing, the bones must be held firmly in the correct position


The first cast is included in fracture repair?

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When is the risk of infection greater after fracture repair?

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What is usually performed to repair broken bones?

It is generally called reducing a fracture


What procedure is generally a follow-up to a fracture repair?

Immediately following surgical repair of a fracture, x rays may be again taken through the cast or splint to evaluate whether the rejoined pieces are in good position for healing.


What do the medics mean when they say that someone is suffering from a comminuted fracture of a bone?

A commimuted fracture of a bone refers to a bone that has been broken into several pieces. This type of fracture will often require surgery to repair the damage.


What is the difference between fracture and X-ray?

The XRAY is the EMR used to detect a fracture in your bone and a fracture refers to a broken bone in your body.


How do you fix a fracture in a diamond?

Fractures in diamonds are not typically repairable -- the repair would always be visible, obvious and a de-valuing characteristic of the stone. Most often, a diamond with a fracture must be re-cut to eliminate the fracture.