When is it needed?
- Bone ends displaced or broken into pieces
- Fractures of the hip, thigh bone, shin or forearm in adults
- Breaks into a joint (wrist, ankle, knee, elbow)
- Open fractures where bone has come through the skin (emergency)
- Fractures that did not heal well in plaster
How we treat it at Aarogyavaram
- X-ray and, where needed, a CT scan
- Surgery under spinal (lower body numbed) or general anaesthesia
- Bone fixed with plates and screws, a rod inside the bone (nail), or an outside frame (external fixator)
- Physiotherapy usually starts within a day or two
Recovery & what to expect
Most patients go home in 2–5 days. Bone takes about 6–12 weeks to unite; follow-up X-rays guide when to put full weight on the limb.
Cashless & insurance
Many of these treatments are covered under Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) packages, the UP State Employees cashless scheme and health insurance policies. Aarogyavaram is cashless with 16 insurers and 10 TPAs — our TPA desk confirms your cover at admission. See all cashless partners →
Frequently asked questions
Will the plate or rod have to be removed later?
Usually not. Implants are designed to stay; removal is considered only if they cause problems.
Is fracture surgery covered under Ayushman Bharat?
Many fracture surgeries are PM-JAY packages; our TPA desk confirms eligibility.
Is the hip fracture in an elderly person an emergency?
Yes. Early surgery, usually within 1–2 days, helps older patients get out of bed sooner and avoid complications.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Treatment is decided by the treating doctor after examination. Aarogyavaram does not run OPD consultations; specialists attend to admitted patients and emergencies.