How to care for a bone fracture?

Written by Cheng Bin
Orthopedics
Updated on September 09, 2024
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For patients with bone fractures, it is fortunate if there is no displacement. They must strictly use orthopedic casts or splints for external fixation. This effectively prevents the possibility of displacement at the fracture site and aids in the healing of the fracture. For patients with significant swelling, try to elevate the affected limb to facilitate venous return and reduce swelling. Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving drugs, drugs that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, and drugs that promote fracture healing is appropriate. In terms of diet, nutrition should be enhanced, and spicy and irritating foods should be avoided, as well as smoking and alcohol, as these can affect the healing of fractures.

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How long is the hospital stay for a bone fracture?

A bone fissure, a type of fracture, often suggests hospitalization for observation for two to four weeks. After imaging shows no significant displacement of the fissure, appropriate fixation can be applied, followed by discharge and regular follow-up visits. One and a half months after the fissure, exercises for flexion and extension of the joints adjacent to the fracture can be started, accompanied by oral medication, bone-setting, calcium supplementation, and drugs to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. One month after hospitalization, the stability of the fissure is not yet completely reliable. It usually takes one and a half to three months for the stability to gradually improve and to ensure that there is no possibility of displacement reoccurring.

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Does a bone fracture hurt?

A bone fissure is actually a type of fracture, referring to a fracture where there is a crack in the cortical bone, but the stability of the bone is maintained. When a bone fissure occurs, it's important to immobilize and rest, avoiding excessive movement to prevent aggravating the cortical crack. Therefore, after a bone fissure occurs, common symptoms of a fracture such as pain, swelling, and limited mobility may also appear. Hence, if pain is severe after a bone fissure, it might be appropriate to choose some pain-relieving medications to alleviate the symptoms. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can a fracture be moved?

First, it is important to clarify that once a fracture is detected, it is absolutely imperative not to move. Because if you engage in activities too soon, it might affect the growth of the fracture and could even lead to misalignment at the fracture site, so it is absolutely crucial for patients with fractures not to move. To promote quick recovery of the fracture, it is vital to strictly rest, immobilize the affected area, and protect it. Typically, treatment involves actively using plaster casts or splints for external fixation, applying non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers, and using medications that promote fracture healing. Dietary needs should include appropriately enhanced nutrition, and it is necessary to refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol, and avoid spicy and stimulating foods. (Specific medication use should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What to eat for a bone fracture?

A bone fissure is actually a type of fracture, which refers to a crack in the cortex of the bone. However, the stability of the bone is maintained, so bone fissures should be treated as fractures, with appropriate immobilization and rest. In terms of diet, one can choose foods rich in proteins and trace elements such as calcium and phosphorus to promote the healing of fractures. Foods like beef, eggs, bean products, shrimp chips, and so on can be beneficial for the recovery from a bone fissure.

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Can you move with a bone fracture?

Patients with fractures must absolutely avoid activity, as premature movement before callus formation can impede the growth of the fracture and even lead to the possibility of misalignment at the fracture site, which would be problematic. To promote quick recovery from a fracture, it is essential to rigorously use supports, plaster casts, or splints for external fixation. Only after callus formation can the external fixation be removed. Then, heat washing can be used to strengthen joint flexion and extension movements to restore normal joint mobility and, thereby, normal function in the patient.