Overview
Bone fractures range from hairline stress fractures to displaced, multi-fragment breaks. Proper orthopedic care goes beyond temporary splinting, ensuring accurate bone reduction, rigid stabilization, and guided rehabilitation.
Common Causes of Fractures & Injuries
- Falls from standing height, ladders, or stairs
- Motor vehicle crashes and high-impact vehicular trauma
- Athletic collisions and acute twisting injuries
- Fragility fractures associated with osteoporosis or low bone density
- Work-related falls and industrial machinery accidents
Symptoms That May Need Evaluation
You should consider an orthopedic evaluation if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Immediate intense pain and inability to bear weight or use the affected limb
- Rapid onset of swelling, bruising, and visible deformity
- Tenderness directly localized over bone rather than surrounding muscle
- Numbness or tingling distal to the fracture site
- Grinding sensation (crepitus) with movement
How Problems Are Diagnosed
Immediate physical evaluation assesses neurovascular integrity (pulse and nerve function) past the injury site. High-resolution digital radiographs taken from multiple angles reveal fracture pattern, displacement, and joint involvement.
Nonsurgical Treatment Options
Dr. Dalal emphasizes conservative care whenever possible before considering surgical intervention:
- Closed reduction (gently realigning displaced bone fragments under local anesthesia)
- Fiberglass casting or custom molded splinting for rigid protection
- Removable functional braces and fracture boots when appropriate
- Serial X-rays at regular intervals to monitor bone callus formation
When Surgery May Be Considered
When bone fragments are displaced, unstable, or involve a joint surface, surgical fixation (ORIF) using medical-grade titanium plates, screws, or intramedullary rods restores exact alignment and allows earlier safe movement.
Related Treatments & Procedures
Learn more about treatments related to fractures & injuries:
Why Choose Tri-State Orthopaedics
Decades of trauma experience, in-office digital imaging, and direct physician oversight from initial setting through complete bone union.
Our Office Locations
Dr. Dalal sees patients for fractures & injuries evaluation at both of our Mid-South offices: