Fracture & Orthopedic Trauma Treatment in Kolkata Diagnosis and Surgical Fixation for Broken Bones
Fractures can occur following falls, sports injuries, road accidents, workplace injuries or age-related bone weakness. Early orthopedic assessment helps determine whether a fracture can be treated conservatively or requires surgical stabilization.
Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar provides fracture and trauma care in Kolkata, including fixation for hand and wrist fractures — see hand & wrist treatment for upper-limb-specific care.
Common Fractures
- Wrist
- Forearm
- Elbow
- Shoulder
- Hip
- Femur
- Knee
- Tibia
- Ankle
- Hand
Symptoms
- Severe pain after injury
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Difficulty moving
- Inability to bear weight
- Deformity
- Loss of normal function
Diagnosis
X-rays are the main initial investigation for many fractures. CT scans or other imaging may be necessary for selected complex injuries.
Non-Surgical Treatment
- Splints
- Casts
- Braces
- Activity restrictions
- Follow-up imaging
- Rehabilitation
Surgical Fracture Fixation
Unstable, displaced or complex fractures may require surgical stabilization using appropriate implants. Treatment depends on fracture location, pattern, displacement, bone quality, associated injuries and patient health.
