Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle’s surgeons are skilled in providing fracture care from basic breaks to the most complex, compound fractures. Post-operative rehabilitation and physical therapy will be an important part of allowing you to return to the activities you love. OSS offers comprehensive orthopedic care from imaging, diagnosis, treatment, and referral s for rehabilitation and physical therapy for your fracture care.
Fractures usually happen when more force is applied to the bone than it can take. Bones are more susceptible to fracture when an appendage is twisted. Fractures can be caused by slips, falls, trauma, or a dropping object or blow to the body.
Symptoms of a fracture include:
- Sudden pain
- Difficulty move an injured area or the adjacent joints
- Swelling
- Bruising or redness
Depending on the severity of injury, type of fracture, OSS surgeons evaluate both non-surgical and surgical treatment options in fracture care.