What Action Can Be Taken For A Fracture Like Injury At The Leg Bone?

Posted on Thu, 13 Sep 2018

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Question : Please see if any action can be taken for fracture occured 10 days back, age of patient is 12 years ,male , student. We want that shape of hand and strength remain unchanged. Suggest remedies.X - RAY IS AVAILABLE.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No surgery required

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

There is angulation in lateral view of x-ray, so it requires correction.
It can be done conservatively without surgery .So go for corrective planter, in future there will be no change in shape and strength of hand.

I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal

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