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Closed Reduction and Casting of Fractures

Closed reduction can happen when a  fracture has not been exposed to the air (a compound fracture) and can be done even if internal fixation is going to be done later. Closed reduction uses traction and the “reversal of the mechanism of injury” in order to put the bones back into alignment as much as possible. Splints can be used so that swelling is allowed to happen—this cannot happen if the fracture is cast right away. Ideally, the joint above the fracture and the joint below the fracture both need to be immobilized so the fracture ends don’t separate again. Below we will look at various options for closed reduction and casting of fractures.

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