Subtrochanteric Hip Fractures Treatment | Dr Niraj Vora

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Subtrochanteric fractures are the most painful
and challenging hip fractures patients across all
ages suffer. Though rare and account for only 10
of cases, they can be a nightmare for people
suffering from potential complications, less
propensity to heal, and a long recovery
road. These agonizing fractures can happen due
to both high-energy and low-energy traumas. They
can happen to anyone of all ages. But these are
even more likely to happen to people with
pre-existing conditions, which makes them even
more challenging to treat by hip replacement
surgeons. Fortunately, better ways exist to
treat and improve surgical outcomes of these
complicated fractures. In this blog, we will
delve into this specific type of hip fracture and
let you know the treatment options available,
with input from the top hip replacement surgeon
in Mumbai, Dr. Niraj Vora. Read below
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What is a Subtrochanteric Fracture?A
Subtrochanteric fracture is a fracture to the hip
that occurs between the femoral neck and the
greater trochanter area of the hip. This area is
usually 2.5 to 5 cm below the lesser trochanter,
a small bump near the femoral neck. Because this
area is a critical weight-bearing region, this
fracture weakens the structural integrity of the
hip, causing a host of problems. Subtrochanteric
Hip Fracture Excruciatingly Painful to Cope
Extremely Challenging to TreatAll fractures are
painful and difficult to cope with, but what
makes hip fractures more problematic is their
role in everyday movement and weight-bearing.
Being in the functional part of the
weight-bearing hip is the last area that one
would want to get injured as it compromises
activity and becomes difficult to heal due to its
location. According to the hip replacement
surgeon in Mumbai, Dr Niraj Vora, Here are the
reasons why Subtrochanteric hip fractures are too
challenging to treat and are painful to cope
with Location of the Fracture The area where
the Subtrochanteric fractures happen is filled
with high-density nerves, and as a result, any
fracture here causes extreme pain.
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Limited Blood Supply While the density of nerves
is high, the blood supply is limited, and hence,
the propensity for healing is also little,
leading to slow recovery timelines. Muscle
Interference The hip is a region where different
types of muscles exert their force, and when the
bone is fractured, these forces tend to pull the
fractures, leading to severe pain and slow
recovery Complexity in Surgery More nerves,
less blood supply, muscle interference, and
complex anatomy of the hip together make the
surgery complex for hip specialists. Risk of
Complications Due to the complexity of the
location and severe nature of the fractures, this
type of hip fracture involves a high risk of
complications like improper alignment of the
fractures, infection, and prolonged recovery.
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Subtrochanteric Hip Fracture Treatment Treating
complex Subtrochanteric hip fractures typically
involves a combination of surgical and
non-surgical treatment approaches. The
Subtrochanteric hip fracture treatment always
depends on the specific pattern, severity of the
fracture, and the patients medical health and
condition, says a hip specialist in Mumbai, Dr.
Niraj Vora. Here are three common Subtrochanteric
hip fracture treatments usually performed by hip
specialists Intramedullary Nailing Surgery
involves placing a metal rod to support the femur
and ensure healing. Open Reduction and Internal
Fixation (ORIF) Hip surgeons use surgical
hardware like plates, screws, and other devices
to align the hip and stabilize the
fracture. Prosthetic Hip Replacement A partial
or total hip replacement surgery may be necessary
for patients who suffer severe fractures and have
poor bone quality. This procedure involves
replacing the damaged hip joint with an
artificial joint to ensure similar movement and
function.
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In addition to the above surgical options,
non-surgical options like traction, palliative
care, and rehabilitation are used with surgical
treatments to reduce pain and trigger
healing. Given the complexity of the surgery, a
qualified hip surgeon in India prescribes a
comprehensive treatment plan that involves
surgical, non-surgical, and rehabilitation plans
along with timelines to ensure swift and complete
recovery. If you are in Mumbai and looking for
more information about the Subtrochanteric hip
fracture treatment and hip replacement surgery,
hip surgeon Dr. Niraj Vora will gladly guide you.
You can contact here912266868600
Dr Niraj VoraSpecialist in Hip Knee Surgeon
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon from Mumbai,
India
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