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Last Updated: Nov 07, 2019
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Fracture Healing - Tips You Must Follow!

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Dr. Nihit JainOrthopedic Doctor • 12 Years Exp.MS - Orthopaedics, MBBS

1. Avoid taking too much pain killers in case of a fracture

2. For the initial few days after injury, follow price protocol-protection, rest, ice, compression, the elevation of the affected area

3. Take a normal diet including milk, paneer, soybean, in good quantities

4. Consult your doctor regularly even if you feel improvement as there are some technical aspects to a fracture that only a doctor can diagnose

5. Avoid quacks and home remedies, as they sometimes worsen and delay fracture healing

6. Smoking and alcohol delays fracture healing

7. Never massage a fractured area

8. Exercise during and after fracture healing is as important as medicines for full functional recovery

9. Taking supplements like calcium and vitamins help in optimum healing

10. Always ask questions, don't hesitate.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!
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