Complex Trauma
Non Surgical Treatment
Non Surgical Treatment Whether at home or play, if you fracture a bone you can count on the highly skilled physicians and medical staff of Advanced Orthopedic Specialists to be there for you. We provide patients needing treatment for orthopedics trauma or fracture with the best in physician expertise for both inpatient and outpatient care.
What is complex trauma surgery?
Complex fractures are a rare type of fracture. They are typically caused by high-speed injuries such as falls from great heights or high-velocity road traffic accidents. They are extremely difficult to handle and requires specialized knowledge.
How are complex trauma fractures treated?
A surgeon will decide how to treat a fracture based on several factors. These are some examples:
- Age
- Medical history
- Type of fracture
- Surgical expertise
How to prevent traumatic orthopedic injuries?
Accidents occur, but there are some simple steps that anyone can take to reduce their risk of traumatic injury.
- When driving, always use a seatbelt.
- When biking, skateboarding, rollerblading, etc., always wear a helmet.
- When participating in contact sports, wear appropriate safety equipment.
- Stretch and warm up before working out or participating in sports to avoid muscle injury.
The specialized trauma care services at the Unit are
- Management of polytrauma with the help of modern instrumentation.
- Fixation of fractures using interlocking nails and locking plates.
- Pelvic and Ace tabular Fracture Management
- Conventional and Ilizarov External Fixators
- Bone Transport for gap non-union, Limb Lengthening