Why have I been referred to the fracture clinic?
Why have I been referred to the fracture clinic?
A:- You have been sent to fracture clinic to be seen by a specialist in the treatment of fractures and his / her experience will determine the course of your treatment.
How does a virtual fracture clinic work?
The Virtual Fracture Clinic (VFC) is a new service designed to speed up access to orthopaedic trauma care. Following the phone call, patients may be discharged by phone or, if further specialist help is required, a referral will be made to the most appropriate clinic.
Where is the fracture clinic at Royal Stoke hospital?
The Fracture Clinic is located behind the main entrance atrium in the Main Building.
What do you know about fracture?
A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause weakening of the bones.
What happens at your first fracture clinic appointment?
At this appointment the patient, or patient’s notes and x-rays will first be reviewed by the doctor and treatment prescribed. Sometimes a further x-ray will be necessary. Treatment will be organised and any further appointment will be under the care of the same consultant at their fracture clinic.
How long are fracture clinic appointments?
Depending on your injury, your consultation and treatment could take up to three hours!
How bad is a broken ankle?
This happens when at least one of three bones in your ankle breaks. If just one bone is broken, you may not realize how bad the injury is. But if multiple bones break at once, you will lose stability in your ankle and may not be able to walk. An ankle fracture can also lead to ligament damage.
How does a fracture clinic work?
Traditionally, all patients who sustain a broken bone (fracture), are given an appointment for a fracture clinic. This often happens on the day following the injuries. These clinic are often busy and can be quite bewildering. There is often removal and application of plaster casts, along with taking x-rays.
What is Ward 225 Royal Stoke?
Royal Stoke This new unit, led by ward manager Becky Marsh, provides specialised acute rehabilitation care to patients with multiple trauma affecting limbs, spines and heads that require extra monitoring and input.
What is Ward 102 Royal Stoke?
Royal Stoke University Hospital The in-patients wards are Wards 102 (female) and Ward 103 (Male) at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. The Surgical Day Unit is on Ward 105 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
How long does it take for a bone fracture to heal?
Most fractures heal in 6-8 weeks, but this varies tremendously from bone to bone and in each person based on many of the factors discussed above. Hand and wrist fractures often heal in 4-6 weeks whereas a tibia fracture may take 20 weeks or more.
Where is the orthopaedic and fracture clinic in Sunderland?
The Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinic is situated at Sunderland Royal Hospital in Entrance 3 next to the Adult Emergency Department. Inpatient care is provided from Wards D42, D43 and D48. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Clinical Lead for Trauma and Orthopaedics- Mr S Gangopadhyay
Where do I go for surgery at Sunderland Royal Hospital?
All patients attending for planned surgery should attend the Surgical Centre Reception on level 1 of the main hospital building. The Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinic is situated at Sunderland Royal Hospital in Entrance 3 next to the Adult Emergency Department. Inpatient care is provided from Wards D42, D43 and D48.
What is the Hamilton Health Sciences orthopaedic/fracture clinic?
Hamilton Health Sciences has three Orthopaedic/Fracture Clinics. The Orthopaedic Clinic at the Hamilton General Hospital and the Juravinski Hospital serve the needs of adult patients requiring the services of orthopaedic care.
Where can I get orthopaedic care in Hamilton?
The Orthopaedic Clinic at the Hamilton General Hospital and the Juravinski Hospital serve the needs of adult patients requiring the services of orthopaedic care. The McMaster University Medical Centre (MUMC) Fracture Clinic provides orthopaedic care to children, adolescents and adults.
