Fracture & Trauma Treatment in Tamluk

Dr. Soham Dinda, Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon in Tamluk, Purba Medinipur (MBBS Hons, NRSMCH; MS Orthopaedics, RG Kar MC&H), explains fracture, dislocation, accident injury: symptoms, causes, tests and treatment options.

What is a fracture?

A fracture is a break or crack in a bone. It can happen after a fall, a road accident, a sports injury, or even a minor slip in older people whose bones have become weak (osteoporosis). Fractures may be closed (skin intact) or open (bone or wound exposed), and open fractures need urgent care to prevent infection.

Dr. Soham Dinda is a Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon in Tamluk who treats fractures of the hand, wrist, forearm, shoulder, hip, thigh, leg, ankle and spine, as well as joint dislocations.

Common signs of a broken bone

• Sudden, severe pain that gets worse when you move or touch the area
• Swelling, bruising or visible deformity of the limb
• Not being able to bear weight or use the arm or hand normally
• A grinding feeling or sound at the time of injury
• Numbness, tingling or a pale, cold hand or foot below the injury

If you notice any of these after an injury, do not wait. Early assessment and an X-ray make treatment simpler and recovery smoother.

First aid before you reach the clinic

• Keep the injured limb still. Support it with a folded cloth, a splint or a sling, and do not try to straighten a deformed limb.
• Cover any open wound with a clean cloth and press gently to control bleeding.
• Do not eat or drink if surgery may be needed, and avoid massage or oil on the area.
• Apply a cold pack wrapped in cloth to reduce swelling, never directly on skin.
• Go to an orthopaedic doctor quickly, and ask someone to travel with you.

How fractures are diagnosed

Diagnosis starts with a careful history and examination of the injured area, checking blood supply and nerve function. An X-ray confirms the fracture and its pattern. In some cases, such as hip, spine or complex joint injuries, a CT scan or MRI may be advised to plan treatment properly.

Fracture treatment options

Treatment depends on the bone, the type of fracture, your age and your daily activities. Not every fracture needs an operation.

Non-surgical treatment

Many stable fractures heal well with a plaster cast, splint or brace after the bone is gently aligned. You will be told how long to keep the cast, how to care for it and when to return for an X-ray check.

Surgical treatment

When a fracture is displaced, unstable, involves a joint, or is open, surgery may be the safer option. The bone is held in position with plates and screws, nails or wires so that it heals in the right alignment and you can start moving earlier. Hip fractures in older patients are usually treated surgically so that they can sit up and walk early and avoid the complications of long bed rest.

Dislocations

A dislocated shoulder, elbow, hip or finger joint is a medical priority. Early reduction (putting the joint back) reduces pain and protects nerves and blood vessels.

Recovery after a fracture

• Follow the plaster or sling instructions exactly and do not remove them early.
• Keep fingers and toes moving to reduce swelling and stiffness.
• Return for follow-up X-rays so that healing is checked at the right time.
• Begin physiotherapy exercises when advised to regain strength and movement.
• Eat protein and calcium-rich food, and ask about vitamin D if you are older or have weak bones.

Why choose Dr. Soham Dinda for fracture care in Tamluk?

Dr. Dinda holds an MBBS (Hons) from NRS Medical College and an MS in Orthopaedics from RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata. He provides trauma and fracture care in Tamluk, so patients from Purba Medinipur do not always have to travel to Kolkata for a first opinion. You get a clear explanation of the problem and the options, whether non-surgical or surgical, before any decision is made.

This page is for general awareness and does not replace a consultation. Please see a qualified doctor for diagnosis and treatment.