Procedural Overview
Clinical Objective & Anatomical Approach
A sudden fracture can abruptly interrupt life. Dr. Jil Patel delivers rapid, patient-centered fracture evaluation and treatment. From conservative casting and functional bracing for stable fractures to surgical internal fixation (ORIF) for displaced injuries, the clinical objective is always clear: achieve fast bone union, prevent joint stiffness, and return the patient safely to daily living.
Key Indications & Conditions Treated:
- Wrist fractures (Colles’, distal radius) & forearm breaks
- Ankle fractures, bimalleolar and trimalleolar injuries
- Hip and proximal femur fractures in elderly individuals
- Clavicle (collarbone) and shoulder humerus fractures
- Stress fractures from repetitive overuse
Surgical Steps
Step-by-Step Surgical Methodology
A systematic sequence designed to maximize mechanical stability, minimize blood loss, and safeguard natural bone stock.
Immediate Splinting & Pain Relief
Aligning injured limb segments to relieve pain and reduce soft tissue swelling.
Reduction
Closed manual reduction or open surgical exposure depending on alignment requirements.
Immobilization / Fixation
Lightweight fiberglass cast or titanium micro-screws and anatomical plates.
Rehabilitation
Graduated physical therapy to restore joint range of motion and muscle tone.
Post-Operative Recovery
Guided Rehabilitation & Mobilization
Bone callusing typically begins within 3 to 6 weeks, with full consolidation and load bearing occurring over 6 to 12 weeks depending on fracture site.
Patient Inquiries
Frequently Asked Questions
Stable, non-displaced fractures usually heal well in a cast or splint. Surgery is indicated when bone fragments are displaced, involve joint surfaces, are unstable, or pierce the skin (open fractures).
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