Learn about Bone Fracture Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Bone Fracture and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Bone Fracture

A bone fracture, commonly known as a broken bone, is a medical condition where there is a partial or complete break in the continuity of a bone. In orthopedics, the treatment of a fracture is not a single procedure but a comprehensive management plan tailored to the specific break. The primary goals are to realign the bone fragments (reduction), hold them in the correct position (immobilization), and facilitate healing. Treatment methods range from non-surgical approaches like casting or splinting for simple fractures to surgical interventions such as internal fixation (using plates, screws, or rods) or external fixation for complex, unstable, or open fractures. Prompt and proper orthopedic care is crucial to restore function, prevent deformity, and ensure optimal recovery.

Key Highlights

    Restores Alignment and Function: Properly realigns bone fragments to promote correct healing and restore normal limb function.Pain Relief: Immobilization and stabilization significantly reduce acute pain associated with the fracture.Prevents Deformity: Ensures the bone heals in its correct anatomical position, preventing long-term disability or malunion.listrongFacilitates Faster Healing:/strong Creates a stable environment essential for the body's natural bone repair process./lilistrongCustomized Treatment:/strong Orthopedic specialists tailor the approach (surgical vs. non-surgical) to the specific type, location, and severity of the fracture./li/ul

Who is this surgery for?

  • Displaced fractures where bone ends are not aligned.
  • Open (compound) fractures where the bone pierces the skin, requiring urgent surgery to prevent infection.
  • Unstable fractures that cannot be held in place with a cast alone.
  • Intra-articular fractures that extend into a joint surface.
  • Comminuted fractures (bone shattered into multiple pieces).
  • Fractures that fail to heal with non-surgical treatment (non-union).
  • Fractures that heal in a poor position (malunion).
  • Multiple fractures or polytrauma.
  • Fractures in patients who require early mobilization for overall health.

How to prepare

  • Medical Evaluation: Comprehensive assessment including medical history, physical exam, and imaging (X-rays, CT scan).
  • Pain Management: Administration of analgesics and often temporary splinting for comfort.
  • NPO Status: For scheduled surgery, fasting (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours prior to the procedure.
  • Medication Review: Discussing all current medications (especially blood thinners) with the doctor; some may need to be temporarily stopped.
  • Informed Consent: Detailed discussion of the planned procedure, alternatives, risks, and benefits.
  • Pre-operative Tests: May include blood tests, ECG, and other assessments to ensure fitness for anesthesia.

Risks & possible complications

  • Infection: Risk is higher with open fractures or surgical procedures.
  • Bleeding and Hematoma: Bleeding at the fracture or surgical site.
  • Nerve or Blood Vessel Damage: Potential injury from bone fragments or during surgery.
  • Stiffness and Loss of Range of Motion: Especially in fractures near joints.
  • Compartment Syndrome: A serious condition where pressure builds within muscles, requiring emergency treatment.
  • Delayed Union or Non-Union: The bone heals slowly or fails to heal.
  • Malunion: The bone heals in an incorrect position.
  • Anesthesia Risks: Reactions to anesthesia medications.
  • Blood Clots (Deep Vein Thrombosis): Risk in the legs or pelvis, particularly with lower limb fractures.
  • Hardware Irritation: Pain or prominence from internal plates or screws.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Immediate Post-Procedure: Monitoring in recovery, pain control, and elevation of the injured limb to reduce swelling.
  • Immobilization: Use of a cast, splint, or brace as directed. Keeping it clean and dry is essential.
  • Weight-Bearing: Strictly follow the surgeon's instructions on when and how much weight can be placed on the limb.
  • Physical Therapy: Crucial for regaining strength, flexibility, and range of motion once healing allows.
  • Follow-up Appointments: Regular check-ups and X-rays to monitor healing progress.
  • Nutrition: A diet rich in protein, calcium, and Vitamin D to support bone healing.
  • Smoking Cessation: Smoking significantly impairs bone healing; quitting is strongly advised.
  • Pain and Swelling Management: Use of prescribed medications, ice packs, and elevation.
  • Watch for Warning Signs: Report increased pain, fever, redness, drainage, numbness, or coolness of the limb to your doctor immediately.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 0-5 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 6 weeks to 6+ months

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering bone fracture in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for bone fracture compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 218 – USD 2,719 0-5 days ~ 6 weeks to 6+ months Know More
Turkey USD 1,611 – USD 20,131 0-5 days ~ 6 weeks to 6+ months Know More

Top hospitals for Bone Fracture in India

These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing bone fracture.

Artemis Hospital Gurgaon

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon141 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Rangapani

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon13 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Goa

  • IconPanaji, India
  • Icon79 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Whitefield

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Siliguri

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon30 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon44 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Patiala

  • IconPatiala, India
  • Icon52 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Salt Lake

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon129 Doctors

KMC Hospital Mangalore

  • IconMangalore, India
  • Icon38 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon57 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Hebbal

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon150 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Ranchi

  • IconRanchi, India
  • Icon41 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Dhakuria

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon200 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Jaipur

  • IconJaipur, India
  • Icon55 Doctors

Manipal Hospital EM Bypass

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon94 Doctors

Miot Hospital Chennai

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon250 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad

  • IconGhaziabad, India
  • Icon43 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon145 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Medanta The Medicity

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon900 Doctors

Nanavati Max Hospital

  • IconMumbai, India
  • Icon187 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar

  • IconHyderabad, India
  • Icon67 Doctors
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Orthopedists for Bone Fracture

Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform bone fracture and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. Mallinath G
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  • 13 Years Experience
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  • 11 Years Experience
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Dr. Pradyumna R
  • 8 Years Experience
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Dr. Kanchan Bhattacharya
  • 41 Years Experience
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Dr. Bikas Chandra Mondal
  • 14 Years Experience
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Dr. Mohamed Javid Noor Ahmed
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Dr. Bappaditya Sarkar
  • 24 Years Experience
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Dr. Shomik Sarkar
  • 15 Years Experience
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Dr. Kalyan Guha
  • 19 Years Experience
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Dr. Goutam Saha
  • 14 Years Experience
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Dr. Bhuban Mohan Pal
  • 33 Years Experience
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Dr. Rajib Basu
  • 30 Years Experience
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Dr. Writtik Porel
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Dr. Ujjwal Kanti Debnath
  • 27 Years Experience
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Dr. Subhasish Deb
  • 21 Years Experience
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Dr. Subhadip Mandal
  • 12 Years Experience
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Dr. Saem Ishtiaque
  • 10 Years Experience
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Dr. Kuldeep Mukhopadhyay
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