Treatment of fractures – closed reduction – Close comparison of the bones

Description closed reposition bones

Reposition held, to return a broken bone its correct position. Closed reduction of fractures involves the comparison of the bones without cutting the skin.

Causes closed reduction of bone

Reposition performed for the following reasons:

• To the bone has healed properly and quickly;
• To reduce pain and prevent further deformation;
• To restore normal bone and limb.

Possible complications of closed reposition bones

Complications are rare, but no procedure does not guarantee the absence of risk. If you plan to restore the broken bone, you need to know about possible complications, which may include:

• Nerve Damage;
• Particles of tissue from bone marrow or blood clots from the veins can enter the lungs;
• The need for surgery, if the bone does not heal;
• Reaction to anesthesia.

Factors, that may increase the risk of complications:

• Advanced age;
• Open fracture;
• Existing diseases;
• Diabetes;
• The use of steroids;
• Smoking.

We need to discuss these risks with your doctor before the procedure.

How is closed reposition bones?

Preparation for the procedure

Your doctor, probably, conduct or appoint the following:

• Physical examination;
• Roentgen – analysis, which uses radiation, to take a picture of structures in the body, especially bones;
• Splint for a broken bone, to reduce the risk of further injury.

In the run-up procedure:

• With an open fracture can be treated with antibiotics;
• We need to organize a trip to the procedure and back. Besides, take care of the home care;
• On the eve of the procedure in the evening you can eat a light meal. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight.

Anesthesia

Doctor, usually, It provides local anesthesia, procedures to numb the area. Anesthetic given as injections. You can also get a sedative.

In some cases, general anesthesia will be used. You will sleep during the procedure.

Procedure closed reposition bones

Bone fragments will be set to the normal position. The doctor will put a plaster cast or splint for bone fixation. The procedure is performed without incisions of the skin and tissues.

Immediately after treatment

Dr. prescribe X-rays, to ensure that the bone is in the correct position.

How long will the closed reposition bones?

Treatment time depends on the type and location of the fracture.

Closed reposition bones – Will it hurt?

After the procedure you will feel some pain. Ask your doctor about taking pain, to reduce discomfort.

The average hospital stay after comparing bones

Usually you can go home after the procedure.

Care after closed reduction of bone

Home Care

When you return home, follow these steps:, to ensure the normal recovery:

• Place the injured arm or leg on a pillow. Raise them above the level of the heart;
• Gently move uninjured joints of the hands and feet;
• Keep the plaster cast, bus and dressing clean and dry;
• Wait, gypsum is completely cured, before you rely on the injured limb;
• Do not try to scratch under the plaster cast;
• Do not drive, until the doctor says it's safe;
• Ask the doctor, when it is safe to shower, bathe, or to expose the cut by water;
• Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions.

Small bones usually heal over 3-6 weeks. The healing of large bones will take more time.

Your doctor may prescribe work with a physiotherapist. It helps to restore the normal functioning of the damaged parts of the body or limbs. In some cases, you can return to daily activities within a few days, despite cash gypsum or bus.

Contact your doctor after closed reduction of bone

After returning home, you need to see a doctor, If the following symptoms:

• Severe or unusual pain, that does not go away after taking pain;
• Signs of infection, including fever and chills;
• Cough, shortness of breath or chest pain;
• Numbness and / or tingling in the injured extremity;
• Loss of movement in the fingers or toes, or the injured arm or leg;
• Burning or tingling under the cast;
• Redness of the skin around the plaster;
• Constant itching under the cast;
• Cracks or stains on the plaster cast;
• Chalky white, blue or black fingers, Foot.