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Fracture & Trauma Care in Ahmedabad

Fracture Trauma Care Dr Nisarg Shah

Understanding Fracture & Orthopedic Trauma Care

Bone fractures and orthopedic injuries require timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment to ensure proper healing and prevent long-term complications. Fractures can occur due to road accidents, sports injuries, falls, or other traumatic events, and their severity ranges from simple cracks to complex injuries that involve multiple bones and joints.

Delaying treatment can increase the risk of improper bone healing, joint stiffness, chronic pain, or even permanent loss of function.

Dr. Nisarg Shah carefully examines every injury through a detailed clinical examination before recommending the most appropriate treatment. Depending on the type and severity of the fracture, treatment involves conservative care or surgical fixation to restore bone alignment and support proper healing.

Common Fractures & Injuries We Treat

  • Road traffic accidents (RTA) and bike skid bone fractures.
  • Fall-related wrist, hip, clavicle, leg, or ankle fractures.
  • Sports injuries causing ligament tears or articular fractures.
  • Joint dislocations requiring emergency reduction and stabilisation.
  • Malunited or non-union fractures from past trauma requiring corrective surgery.

Treatment Approach

Stable, non-displaced fractures are managed conservatively using fibre casts, rigid splints, and structured immobilisation. Displaced, unstable, or intra-articular fractures require internal fixation using titanium plates, intramedullary rods, or screws to hold bone fragments in precise alignment until full bone healing occurs.

Fracture Recovery Journey

Phase 1

Immobilization & Protection

Casting or surgical fixation to stabilize bone fragments and relieve acute pain.

Phase 2

Bone Union Monitoring

Serial X-ray evaluations at 4, 8, and 12 weeks to monitor callus formation.

Phase 3

Graduated Weight Bearing

Step-by-step increase in weight-bearing under physical therapy guidance.

Phase 4

Full Mobility & Strength

Targeted rehabilitation exercises to rebuild muscle tone and full joint flexibility.

Timely Treatment Makes the Difference

Proper diagnosis and appropriate fracture care are essential for proper bone healing and long-term recovery. Whether you have a simple fracture, a complex traumatic injury, or a fracture that has not healed properly.

Dr. Nisarg Shah, an orthopaedic surgeon in Ahmedabad, provides evidence-based treatment focused on restoring stability, mobility, and function.

Patient FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Fracture Care

No. Many stable, well-aligned fractures heal completely with casting, bracing, and rest. Surgery is reserved for displaced, unstable, or joint-involving fractures.

Immobilize the limb, apply ice wrapped in cloth to reduce swelling, elevate the area if possible, and seek immediate orthopedic evaluation and X-rays.

Most bone fractures show preliminary healing (callus formation) within 6 to 8 weeks, though complete bone remodeling and full weight-bearing may take 3 to 6 months.

Yes. Malunited or painful non-union fractures can often be evaluated and corrected using specialized osteotomy, bone grafting, and surgical refixation.