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Closed reduction for broken bones
- Care rated ‘very good’ or ‘excellent’ by 97% of orthopaedic patients
- No.1 in London for private orthopaedic care
- Appointments confirmed within 24 hours
CLOSED REDUCTION FOR BROKEN BONES AT HCA UK
Why choose us?
If you’ve suffered a broken bone or dislocated joint, we know how painful and inconvenient it can be. We have expert private orthopaedic surgeons and multidisciplinary teams from ten distinct specialisms, who can use the latest diagnostic technology and techniques to treat you or your child with care at every stage. Our dedication to excellence is just one of the reasons we’re regarded as one of the most trusted providers of private orthopaedic care in the UK, and why over 97% of our patients are happy to recommend us to their family and friends.
Closed reduction is a non surgical procedure that can realign your broken bone without the need for an incision. Dislocated joints can also be put back in place. Your orthopaedic surgeon will use X-ray to see precisely where your fracture or dislocation is, before gently manipulating your broken bone and/or dislocation back into position by hand, so that it can then have a splint, brace or cast fitted.
Your GP or orthopaedic surgeon might recommend a closed reduction as a suitable treatment if you’ve got a broken bone and/or dislocated joint that can be safely and effectively put back into position. It’s often used to help patients who’ve suffered certain fractures of their shoulders, elbows, wrists, ankles or fingers. While it’s usually attempted with painkillers and a form of local anaesthesia or sedation, in some cases a general anaesthetic may be needed.
Whether you’ll need surgery depends on the exact nature of the fracture and/or dislocation. Closed reduction is a treatment that aims to correct the alignment of broken or displaced bones and joints without making any incisions. However, in some cases, your bone or joint may not re-align properly, so surgery might be recommended as a next step.
No.1
in London for private orthopaedic care**
10
specialist orthopaedic fields offering personalised treatment
97%
of our patients would recommend us to family and friends*
Fast access to specialists
appointments confirmed within 24 hours
State-of-the-art diagnostics
with results in as little as 48 hours
Multidisciplinary teams
expert treatment with specialist care for complex cases
YOUR CLOSED REDUCTION FOR BROKEN BONES
What to expect
Living with a broken or displaced bone can be painful and difficult, so if we can help get you fast, non-surgical treatment, we will. You’ll receive a skilled diagnosis, tailored treatment and exceptional care at every stage, and our teams will make sure you’re fully informed throughout the process.
The specific details of your procedure will depend on the injury you’ve sustained, and to which bone/joint, but this should give you a good idea of the process:
The specific details of your procedure will depend on the injury you’ve sustained, and to which bone/joint, but this should give you a good idea of the process:
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See a GP
You can begin your path to this treatment by visiting your GP, or a GP here at HCA UK. They’ll ask you about your broken or displaced bone, physically examine you, and ask about any previous treatments or injuries you’ve had. If they suspect you might have a broken bone, they’ll then refer you on to an orthopaedic specialist who may recommend a closed reduction.
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Orthopaedic consultation and tests
Before your closed reduction procedure, you’ll need to see an orthopaedic surgeon who can help decide if it’s an appropriate treatment for you. They’ll ask you about your injury, how you responded to any previous treatments, and your overall health and medical history. You’ll have some scans to give your consultant the most detailed possible picture of your injury, and those may include X-rays, a CT scan and/or an MRI scan.
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The closed reduction procedure
You’ll receive some pain relief or sedation beforehand to minimise any discomfort. Then your orthopaedic surgeon will carefully use their hands to apply pressure on your affected bone and/or joint and ease it back into place. After it’s re-aligned, you’ll be fitted with a cast, a splint or a brace that will support your recovery. You’ll usually have an X-ray following the manipulation to check that everything has gone according to plan.
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Recovery and aftercare
After the procedure, your team will take you to a comfortable private room to recover from your pain relief or sedation. It’s a non-invasive technique, so there are no incisions in your skin, and you should be able to go home the same day. You’ll get detailed advice about using your cast, splint or brace, any medication you need, and instructions about managing your recovery at home.
The sedation or pain relief you’ll receive means you can’t drive yourself home, so it’s a good idea to arrange for someone to help you get back after your procedure.
Depending on your specific injury, your orthopaedic surgeon is likely to recommend X-rays to check your bone has stayed in position. Full recovery can take several weeks or longer, but your consultant will be able to give you a good idea of your specific recovery time.
The sedation or pain relief you’ll receive means you can’t drive yourself home, so it’s a good idea to arrange for someone to help you get back after your procedure.
Depending on your specific injury, your orthopaedic surgeon is likely to recommend X-rays to check your bone has stayed in position. Full recovery can take several weeks or longer, but your consultant will be able to give you a good idea of your specific recovery time.
Where can I get closed reduction for broken bones?
Our expert private orthopaedic surgeons can provide tailored treatment for your displaced or broken bone at our network of hospitals and clinics in London and Birmingham.
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Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what treatments you’re paying for.
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Closed reduction for broken bones FAQ
Your healing will depend on the type of fracture and/or dislocation you have, where on your body it is, your age and your overall heath. Children’s bones tend to heal faster than those of adults, but in any case, you’ll need to have follow up appointments and X rays to make sure your bone stays in the correct position.
Having a fracture is painful, but before the closed reduction procedure itself, you’ll be given pain relief or sedation. That means your pain will be under control while your orthopaedic surgeon manipulates your bone back into place. Afterwards, it may feel sore, but you’ll be given pain medication to help with that.
It’s generally low risk, but there’s a possibility that your bone and/or joint may not go back into satisfactory alignment or position. If that’s the case, you may need surgery to correct it. You may also get some stiffness in the affected joint.
You’ll have a cast, a splint or a brace fitted to support your joint. Before you go home, your team will give you all the information you need to care for your recovering bone, manage your pain and any follow-up appointments.
Closed reduction is a procedure that manipulates your fractured or displaced bone or joint back into place without the need for any incisions. Open reduction is a surgical procedure, meaning your surgeon will make one or more incisions in your skin and the tissue around your affected bone and/or joint to directly re-position it.
Open reduction is more commonly used when the fracture and/or dislocation is too complex to be treated with closed methods.
Open reduction is more commonly used when the fracture and/or dislocation is too complex to be treated with closed methods.
Closed reduction is usually the first line treatment for broken bones and/or joints which need re-aligning. It can be an effective way to re-position the bone and/or joint and help it to heal correctly. Closed reduction works particularly well if the fracture doesn’t affect the surfaces of a joint. It’s often used to heal fractures in young children.
Closed reduction can be a very effective treatment for suitable injuries, which can be mild to moderate fractures, particularly for young children. It’s non-invasive and it may heal more quickly than surgical treatments. It usually doesn’t involve a general anaesthetic and there’s a minimal risk of infection.
If the fracture and/or dislocation is simple, in the right location and the procedure is performed soon after injury, a closed reduction can be an effective way to manage your injury.
If the fracture and/or dislocation is simple, in the right location and the procedure is performed soon after injury, a closed reduction can be an effective way to manage your injury.
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