Complex Trauma / Fracture Fixation

Complex trauma and fracture fixation involve advanced orthopaedic surgical techniques to treat severe bone fractures, multiple injuries, or fractures involving joints and soft tissues. These injuries often occur due to high-impact accidents, falls, sports injuries, or work-related trauma. Proper fixation helps restore bone alignment, stability, and function while preventing long-term complications.

Depending on the type and severity of the fracture, fixation may be performed using plates, screws, rods, nails, or external fixators. The goal is to ensure proper bone healing, preserve joint function, and help patients return to daily activities safely.

Conditions Requiring Complex Trauma / Fracture Fixation

• Multiple fractures caused by road traffic accidents.
• Open or compound fractures with soft tissue injury.
• Fractures involving joints such as knee, hip, or elbow.
• Non-union or malunion of previously treated fractures.
• Severe limb injuries requiring reconstructive fixation.

Advantages of Fracture Fixation

• Restores normal bone alignment and stability.
• Promotes faster and proper bone healing.
• Reduces the risk of deformity and long-term disability.
• Enables early mobilization and rehabilitation.
• Improves chances of full recovery and return to activity.

Risk Factors

• Infection at the fracture or surgical site.
• Blood clots or bleeding complications.
• Delayed bone healing or non-union.
• Nerve or vessel damage near the fracture site.
• Stiffness or reduced joint mobility in complex cases.

Recovery

Recovery after fracture fixation depends on the severity of the trauma, bone involved, and the patient’s overall health. Rehabilitation and physiotherapy play a major role in restoring strength, flexibility, and normal function.

• Hospital stay may range from 3–10 days depending on injury.
• Initial immobilization is followed by gradual physiotherapy.
• Weight-bearing is usually delayed until the bone heals.
• Full recovery may take 3–9 months for complex cases.

If you would like more information or need expert care, contact Dr. Sandeep Gavhale, specializing in advanced trauma and fracture fixation for safe healing and long-term recovery.