Offering Open Reduction at Our Offices in Freehold and Monroe Township, NJ
If you’ve broken a bone, you may be wondering what your treatment will involve. In many cases, fractures can be treated using a cast, brace, or splint, which immobilizes the area and allows for healing. With more severe breaks, however, open reduction and internal fixation surgery may be necessary.
The first part of surgery involves repositioning the broken bone fragments into the correct alignment. This process is referred to as “open reduction.” After that, the surgeon will insert metal plates, screws, wires, pins, or rods to ensure that the pieces of bone remain in the proper position throughout the healing process. This step is known as “internal fixation.”
When Is Surgery Necessary?
Although treatment is determined on a case-by-case basis, open reduction and internal fixation surgery may be required when:
- A bone is broken in multiple places
- A bone has shifted out of proper alignment
- A previously broken bone healed incorrectly after a closed reduction
The Clinic to Choose for Fracture Treatment in Freehold and Monroe Township
If you’re dealing with a broken bone, you can feel confident turning to Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI) for treatment. We’ve been serving patients in Freehold and Monroe Township, New Jersey, since 2007, and the skilled orthopedists on our team have extensive experience in treating fractures. We’ll evaluate your injury, perform any necessary diagnostic tests (we even have X-ray machines on site!), and recommend a course of treatment that’s appropriate for your condition.
We’re pleased to offer urgent treatment for non-life-threatening fractures at our Freehold and Monroe Township facilities, so stop in to receive prompt care—we’re generally able to see patients the same day. Or, contact us to learn more about the treatment services we offer.
