Trauma and Fracture Care
In fractures and dislocations, the aim is to heal the bone in the right position, preserve joint function and help the patient return to daily life as soon as possible.
In this section you will find information ranging from casts and splints to surgical fixation, and from hip fractures in older adults to the recovery process.
- Fracture and Dislocation Treatment In fractures and dislocations, the aim is to heal the bone in the right position and preserve joint function. Treatment ranges from a cast to surgical fixation.
- Fracture Fixation with Plates, Screws, Nails and Fixators In fractures that need surgery, the bone fragments are placed in the right position and held with plates, screws, nails or a fixator until they heal.
- Hip Fractures in Older Adults: Closed PFN Surgery Hip fractures in older people need prompt treatment. Closed fixation with a PFN aims to get the patient back on their feet quickly.