Guide to Fracture Treatment

In the present time, we have so many advanced technologies in medical sciences. Increase in advance technology has increased our ability to find new fracture treatment methods. First of all, the fractured bone must be placed back to its original position to heal properly. The treatment depends on the severity of the fracture and its type. So let us discuss the different types of fractured bones.

The first category involves the complete fracture in which the bone may be separated in fragments or incomplete fracture where bone fragments are still partially attached to each other.

The second category involves open or closed fracture. In an open fracture, the bone punctures the skin and is exposed outside while in the closed type, there is no exposure of any broken bone outside the skin.

Comminuted fracture is a type of injury in which there are more than one fragments. It may be linear, transverse or spiral.

Immobilization is the basic principle in treating a fracture. Preventing the movement of the fractured bone is of utmost importance. A physician will recommended splinting over the fractured bone. Applying splint will prevent the movement of the broken bone. If it is moved, it may cause further bleeding and may turn into an open fracture.

The second thing a physician should be aware of is if there is any nerve damage along with the fractured area. Fracture treatment depends on it. If there is any blood vessel damage, the nerve or artery has to be treated surgically before splinting. If there is a gap and angulations, it has to be treated surgically. Surgery and internal fixation helps in the treating fractured bones.