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Fractures

Also called Broken Bones, Broken bone

A fracture is a broken bone. It needs prompt care so the bone heals in the right position and the limb works normally again.

Treated in Orthopaedics

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Symptoms

  • Sudden pain after a fall or injury
  • Swelling and bruising
  • A limb that looks bent or out of shape
  • Being unable to move the limb or put weight on it

Causes

  • Falls, road accidents and sports injuries
  • Weak bones from osteoporosis, where even a small fall can break a bone

When to see a doctor

Come to the hospital straight away after an injury with severe pain, swelling, a deformed limb, or a wound over the bone. Do not try to straighten the limb; support it and keep it still.

Treatment at Abhinav Hospital

Our 24-hour emergency and orthopaedic surgeons treat fractures with a plaster or splint, or with an operation to fix the bone when needed, followed by physiotherapy to regain strength and movement.

Doctors who treat fractures

Questions patients ask

How long does a fracture take to heal?

Most fractures in adults take six to twelve weeks to heal, depending on the bone, the type of break and the patient’s age and health.

What first aid should I give for a suspected fracture?

Keep the injured part still, support it with a folded cloth or splint, apply a cold pack wrapped in cloth, and bring the person to the hospital. Do not try to push a bone back into place.

Which doctor treats fractures at Abhinav Hospital, Nagpur?

Fractures is treated in our Orthopaedics department, by Dr. Abhinav Bhatnagar.

How do I book an appointment for fractures?

Call the hospital on +91 75571 60334, message us on WhatsApp, or leave your number in the form on this page and the front desk will call you back to fix a time with the right doctor.

This page explains fractures in general terms and does not replace an examination by a doctor. In an emergency, come straight to the hospital or call the emergency number. All conditions A to Z