External fixation of fracture is a method to treat fracture. By fixing the bracket outside the fracture site, the bone can be restored to its normal position and kept still, thus accelerating the process of fracture healing.
1. Types of external fixation for fractures
Fracture external fixation can be divided into traditional external fixation and modern external fixation. Traditional external fixation uses brackets such as bandage and mica board, while modern external fixation uses metal corrugated plate and internal fixation technology, which has better fixation effect and shorter treatment time.
At the same time, according to the different fracture sites and fixation methods, external fixation can be divided into external fixation for limb fractures and external fixation for spinal fractures. External fixation of limb fractures is common, and external fixation of spinal fractures requires professional doctors.
2. Indications for external fixation of fracture
It is suitable for all kinds of fractures, especially for the treatment of brittle fractures. Such as: hip, tibia, femur, ulna and radius, clavicle, humerus, palm, toes and other fractures.
External fixation can also treat osteoporosis fracture, wrist and ankle ligament injury and other diseases.
3. The curative effect of fracture external fixation.
Compared with traditional plaster fixation, external fixation of fracture can promote blood circulation at fracture site, reduce muscle atrophy and avoid limb dysfunction and wrist contracture.
The treatment time of fracture external fixation is relatively short, and physical therapy and sports rehabilitation training can be carried out during the treatment to promote the patient's physical recovery.
4. Matters needing attention in external fixation of fracture
Attention should be paid to the disinfection and hemostasis of the wound in the early stage of fracture to prevent the fracture site from shifting again. Keep a clean and moist environment during the treatment, pay attention to the wound, and see a doctor in time if there is any abnormality.
Rehabilitation exercise should be carried out after operation to enhance the strength and flexibility of the affected limb muscles and avoid re-injury.
abstract
Fracture external fixation, as an effective method to treat fractures, has been widely used in clinic. During the treatment, patients should be treated and rehabilitated according to the doctor's advice, and observe the precautions to promote healing and recovery.