Colles Fracture Treatment in India – Best Hospitals & Doctors

Learn about Colles 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 Colles Fracture and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

Partner Hospitals

0 partner in India for this surgery

Specialist Doctors

3 Surgeons linked to this surgery

Treatment Cost

Approx INR 25 Thousand – 120 Thousand

About Colles Fracture

A Colles fracture is a common type of wrist fracture involving a break in the radius bone near the wrist, typically with a characteristic backward displacement. In pediatric orthopedics, managing this injury requires specialized expertise due to the presence of growth plates (physes) in children's bones. Treatment focuses on precise realignment (reduction) to restore normal anatomy and ensure unimpeded future bone growth. While many pediatric Colles fractures can be treated non-surgically with casting, some complex or unstable fractures may require surgical intervention, such as percutaneous pinning, to hold the bones in place. The primary goal is to achieve optimal healing while preserving the function of the wrist and hand for the child's long-term development and activity.

Key Highlights

Specialized care focused on protecting a child's growing bones and growth plates.High success rate in restoring normal wrist anatomy and function.Minimally invasive surgical options (like pinning) are often available when needed.Treatment is tailored to the child's age, fracture pattern, and activity level.Aims to prevent long-term complications like growth arrest or deformity.

Who is this surgery for?

A displaced or angulated fracture of the distal radius (Colles fracture) confirmed by X-ray.
Fracture involving or threatening the growth plate (physeal injury).
Unstable fracture that cannot be maintained in proper position with a cast alone (failed closed reduction).
Open fracture (bone breaks through the skin).
Fracture associated with nerve or blood vessel injury.
Multiple fractures in the same limb.

How to prepare

Initial emergency care includes splinting, ice application, and elevation to reduce swelling.
A detailed physical exam and X-rays (often multiple views) are performed to assess the fracture.
The orthopedic surgeon will discuss treatment options (casting vs. surgery) with the parents/guardians.
For scheduled surgery, preoperative blood tests and a general health check may be required.
The child must typically fast (no food or drink) for several hours before any procedure requiring anesthesia.

Risks & possible complications

Infection (higher risk with surgical procedures).
Injury to nerves or blood vessels near the fracture site.
Stiffness of the wrist, fingers, or elbow.
Incomplete healing (non-union) or healing in a poor position (malunion).
Damage to the growth plate, potentially leading to uneven bone growth or deformity.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a condition causing chronic pain and swelling.
Need for further surgery if the initial treatment is not successful.

Recovery & hospital stay

After casting or surgery, the arm is kept elevated to control swelling for the first few days.
Pain is managed with prescribed medications.
Casts are usually worn for 4-6 weeks, with follow-up X-rays to monitor healing.
Once the cast is removed, guided physiotherapy is crucial to regain strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
Activities, especially contact sports, are gradually reintroduced based on the surgeon's advice.
Long-term follow-up may be needed to ensure normal growth of the radius bone.

Typical hospital stay: 0-2 days
Expected recovery time: 6-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full strength and return to sports

Frequently Asked Questions

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

＋ − Which hospitals are best for colles fracture in India?

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＋ − How do I choose the right doctor for colles fracture?

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＋ − What factors affect the cost of colles fracture?

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Procedure cost in other countries

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

Country	Estimated cost range	Typical stay	Recovery time	View details
India	INR 25 Thousand – 120 Thousand	0-2 days	~ 6-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full strength and return to sports	Know More
Turkey	TRY 87.5 Thousand – 420 Thousand	0-2 days	~ 6-8 weeks for basic healing; 3-6 months for full strength and return to sports	Know More

PATIENT REVIEW

Anika Gupta is a cautious 8-year-old...

Anika Gupta is a cautious 8-year-old who loves reading and art. While roller-skating for the first time at a friend's birthday party, she fell backward, instinctively putting her hands out to break her fall. She felt immediate, sharp pain in her right wrist, which quickly swelled and looked deformed. Her parents rushed her to the Emergency Department. An X-ray confirmed a displaced Colles fracture of her dominant wrist. The pediatric orthopedist, Dr. Lee, explained that while the bone could heal in a cast, the significant displacement meant it would likely heal crooked, limiting her future wrist motion and ability to write and draw. He recommended a closed reduction under sedation to realign the bones perfectly, followed by a long-arm cast. Anika was terrified of the 'sleepy medicine' and the procedure. The child life specialist used dolls and simple explanations to ease her fears. The reduction was quick and successful. In a bright purple cast, Anika felt immediate relief from the sharp pain. Over six weeks, she adapted to using her left hand and became a pro at getting signatures on her cast. After cast removal and a few weeks of gentle movement, she regained full, pain-free function. Her emotional journey moved from fear of the unknown and sadness over losing her drawing hand, to resilience and pride in her 'cool story' and perfectly healed wrist, allowing her to return confidently to her sketchbook.