Fracture and Dislocation Management
Care Before the Procedure
- Inform the doctor about all medications and allergies before treatment.
- Keep the injured area clean and accessible for examination or procedure.
- Arrange transportation if sedation or anesthesia will be administered.
- Follow fasting instructions if required for anesthesia or sedation.
Care During the Procedure
- Procedure performed under local, regional, or general anesthesia as needed.
- Closed or open reduction ensures proper bone or joint alignment.
- Imaging guidance used to confirm accurate positioning and fixation.
- Maintain sterile technique to reduce infection risk during surgical fixation.
Care After the Procedure
- Keep cast or splint dry and avoid inserting objects inside it.
- Elevate the limb to reduce swelling and improve circulation.
- Take prescribed pain medications as directed to manage discomfort.
- Follow physiotherapy instructions to restore strength and range of motion.
Eligibility
- Patients with fractures or dislocations requiring proper alignment to heal effectively.
- Individuals at risk of malunion, instability, or functional impairment without treatment.
- People experiencing significant pain or limited mobility due to bone or joint injury.
- Patients needing either conservative immobilization or surgical fixation depending on injury severity.
- Inform the doctor about all medications and allergies before treatment.
- Keep the injured area clean and accessible for examination or procedure.
- Arrange transportation if sedation or anesthesia will be administered.
- Follow fasting instructions if required for anesthesia or sedation.
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Orthopedics
KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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