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Fractures: Diagnosis & Treatment

Short answer: A fracture is a break in a bone caused by trauma, overuse or weakened bone strength. Prompt diagnosis and correct treatment — whether casting or surgery — are essential for proper healing and function.

Patient with a forearm cast and arm sling after fracture treatment at a clinic in Kharadi, Pune
Fractures are managed with casting, splinting or surgery.
Common causes
Falls, road traffic accidents, sports injuries, osteoporosis
Main test
X-ray; CT/MRI for complex fractures
Treatment range
Casting/splinting to surgical fixation
Healing time
Varies by bone and age, typically several weeks to a few months
Imaging on-site
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Overview

A fracture is a partial or complete break in the continuity of a bone. Fractures can result from a single significant force, such as a fall or accident, from repetitive stress (stress fractures), or from weakened bone in conditions such as osteoporosis (fragility fractures).

Fractures vary widely in severity, from simple hairline cracks that heal with a cast, to displaced or open fractures that require surgical fixation with plates, screws or rods.

Correct alignment and stabilisation during healing are essential to restore normal bone shape, joint function and strength.

Symptoms

  • Sudden, severe pain at the site of injury
  • Swelling, bruising and tenderness
  • Visible deformity or abnormal angulation of the limb
  • Inability to bear weight or use the affected limb normally
  • A grating sensation or sound at the time of injury

Causes

  • Falls, especially from height or onto an outstretched hand
  • Road traffic accidents
  • Sports-related trauma
  • Direct blow or crush injury
  • Repetitive stress in athletes (stress fractures)
  • Weakened bone from osteoporosis leading to fragility fractures with minor trauma

Risk Factors

  • Osteoporosis or low bone density
  • Advancing age
  • High-impact sports or occupational hazards
  • Previous fractures
  • Certain medications affecting bone strength
  • Poor balance or fall risk in elderly individuals

When to See a Doctor

Seek immediate medical attention for any suspected fracture — visible deformity, inability to move or bear weight on a limb, or severe pain after an injury.

Immobilise the injured area as much as possible and avoid forcing movement until the limb has been examined and X-rayed.

Diagnosis

  • Clinical examination of deformity, swelling and tenderness
  • X-ray to confirm the fracture, its location and pattern
  • CT scan for complex fractures, especially around joints
  • MRI in select cases, such as suspected stress fractures not visible on X-ray

Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the bone involved, fracture pattern, displacement and the patient's age and activity level.

  • Closed reduction and casting or splinting for stable, non-displaced fractures
  • Surgical fixation with plates, screws, rods or wires for displaced or unstable fractures
  • Traction in select cases prior to definitive treatment
  • Physiotherapy during and after immobilisation to restore strength and movement
  • Management of underlying osteoporosis to reduce future fracture risk where relevant

Expected Outcomes

Most fractures heal well with appropriate treatment and immobilisation or surgical fixation. Healing time depends on the bone involved, the patient's age and overall health, and whether the fracture pattern is simple or complex. Physiotherapy after healing helps restore full strength and range of motion.

Why Choose Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care

  • Prompt evaluation and treatment by Dr. Vishal Murkute, MBBS, DNB Orthopaedics, Diploma in Orthopaedics, fellowship-trained in joint replacement and arthroscopy
  • Individualised decision between casting and surgical fixation based on fracture type
  • Guidance on rehabilitation after cast removal or surgery
  • Convenient Kharadi location for patients across East Pune

Questions patients ask

  • How can I tell if a bone is fractured?

    Signs include severe pain, swelling, visible deformity, and inability to move or bear weight on the affected limb. An X-ray is needed to confirm a fracture.

  • Do all fractures need surgery?

    No, many stable, non-displaced fractures heal well with casting or splinting alone. Surgery is generally reserved for displaced, unstable or joint-involving fractures.

  • How long does a fracture take to heal?

    Healing time varies by bone and patient factors, typically ranging from a few weeks for smaller bones to a few months for larger weight-bearing bones.

  • What is a stress fracture?

    A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone caused by repetitive force or overuse, commonly seen in athletes and often not visible on early X-rays.

  • Can osteoporosis cause fractures with minor injury?

    Yes, weakened bone from osteoporosis can fracture from relatively minor falls or even routine activity, particularly in the wrist, hip and spine.

  • What should I do immediately after a suspected fracture?

    Immobilise the area as much as possible, avoid moving or bearing weight on it, and seek medical evaluation and X-ray as soon as possible.

  • Where can I get fracture treatment in Kharadi, Pune?

    Fracture evaluation and treatment are available at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care, Office No. 18, 1st Floor, A Building, City Vista, Fountain Road, Kharadi, Pune 411014. Call 070303 11311 to book a consultation.

References

This page is general medical information reviewed by the treating specialist at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care and is not a substitute for a personal consultation.

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Dr. Vishal I. Murkute, Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgeon at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune

Dr. Vishal I. Murkute

Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgeon

Degrees
MBBS, D.Orth., DNB (Orth)
Fellowship
Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery · Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine
Registration
2004/03/1437
Experience
Overall experience since 1998 · Specialty practice since 2005

Areas of expertise

  • Knee & hip joint replacement
  • Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery
  • ACL & ligament reconstruction
  • Sports injury management
  • Fracture & trauma care
  • Shoulder problems

Dr. Vishal I. Murkute is a Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune. A medical graduate from Mahatma Gandhi Mission Medical College, Mumbai, he completed his DNB in Orthopaedics at Soundarapandian Bone and Joint Hospital and Research Center, Chennai. He pursued fellowship training in Joint Replacement at Shalby Hospital, Ahmedabad, and in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine under Dr. Nicholas Antao in Mumbai. With overall medical experience since 1998 and specialty practice since 2005, he has performed numerous knee, hip and shoulder replacement surgeries, arthroscopic ligament and cartilage reconstructions, deformity corrections and complex trauma procedures. He is a life member of the Indian Orthopaedic Association and Pune Orthopaedic Society.

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