Fracture and sports injury care
Fracture and sports injury treatment in Tambaram
A broken bone or a twisted knee needs the right care early, so it heals in the right position. Dr. Pragadeeshwaran G treats fractures and sports injuries, from plaster and braces to surgery when the bone needs fixing.
Fractures
Broken bones we treat
Arm and wrist fractures
Common after a fall on an outstretched hand.
Leg and ankle fractures
From falls, road accidents and sports.
Hip fractures
Often in older adults after a fall. These usually need surgery.
Hairline fractures
Small cracks in the bone that can still cause pain and swelling.
Sports injuries
Sports and gym injuries
Ankle sprains
A twisted ankle with pain and swelling around the joint.
Knee ligament injuries
Twisting injuries of the knee, often in football, cricket and kabaddi.
Muscle and tendon injuries
Pulls and tears from running, lifting or sudden movement.
Shoulder injuries
Pain and weak movement after a fall or a hard throw.
How we treat it
Getting the bone and joint back to normal
The aim is to help the bone heal in the right place and get you moving again as soon as it is safe.
Check and X-ray
The doctor examines the injury and looks at the X-ray to see the break.
Plaster, splint or brace
Many fractures and sprains heal well when held still for some weeks.
Fracture fixation surgery
When needed, the bone is fixed with plates, screws or nails so it heals straight.
Physiotherapy
After the plaster or surgery, exercises bring back movement and strength.
If there is a major road accident, heavy bleeding, bone coming through the skin, or a head injury, go to the nearest hospital emergency straight away.
Your doctor
Dr. Pragadeeshwaran G
MBBS, MS (Ortho), FISS. Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon
Dr. Pragadeeshwaran G is an orthopaedic surgeon with a one-year post doctoral fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery. He treats spine problems, joint pain and arthritis, fractures and sports injuries, and does the surgery himself when one is needed. He has done more than 350 surgeries.
He speaks Tamil, English, Telugu and Kannada.
Timings and location
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Questions
Questions about fractures and injuries
How long does a fracture take to heal?
Most simple fractures take about 6 to 8 weeks to join. Some bones, and older people, take longer. The doctor will check healing with X-rays.
Will I need surgery for my fracture?
Many fractures heal well in a plaster or splint. Surgery is needed when the broken ends have moved out of place, when the break goes into a joint, or when the bone will not stay in position.
I twisted my ankle. Should I see a doctor?
See a doctor if you cannot put weight on the foot, if there is a lot of swelling or bruising, or if the pain is not getting better after a few days. It may be a fracture or a torn ligament.
When can I go back to sport?
It depends on the injury. Physiotherapy helps you build strength and balance again. The doctor will tell you when it is safe to return.
Is physiotherapy available after the plaster comes off?
Yes. Physiotherapy is available at the clinic. Read about physiotherapy.
Hurt in a fall or while playing?
Get it checked early by an orthopaedic surgeon in West Tambaram.