Best Orthopedic doctor in chandigarh

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Orthopedic Trauma Management

• A Comprehensive Guide to Assessment,
  Stabilization, and Treatment

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ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA

• Orthopedic trauma refers to injuries that involve
  the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons,
  or other soft tissues of the musculoskeletal
  system as a result of trauma or force. These
  injuries can range from minor fractures and
  sprains to more severe conditions such as
  multiple fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue
  injuries. Orthopedic trauma can occur due to
  various causes, including falls, sports injuries,
  motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, and
  acts of violence. Managing orthopedic trauma
  requires prompt assessment, stabilization, and
  often surgical intervention to restore function
  and prevent long-term complications.

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Types of Orthopedic Trauma

• Fractures Fractures are breaks in the bone
  caused by direct trauma, such as falls, sports
  injuries, or motor vehicle accidents.
• Dislocations Dislocations occur when the bones
  in a joint are forced out of their normal
  positions. This can result from sudden impact or
  excessive force on the joint, leading to severe
  pain, swelling, and loss of joint function.
• Soft Tissue Injuries Soft tissue injuries
  involve damage to muscles, ligaments, tendons,
  and other connective tissues. These injuries can
  range from sprains and strains to more severe
  injuries such as tendon or ligament tears.
• Polytrauma Polytrauma refers to the presence of
  multiple injuries in different parts of the body,
  often resulting from high-energy trauma such as
  motor vehicle accidents or falls from height.
  Managing polytrauma requires a multidisciplinary
  approach and coordinated care to address all
  injuries effectively.

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initial assesement of orthopedic trauma

• Airway Assess the patient's airway to ensure it
  is clear and patent. Look for signs of airway
  obstruction, such as stridor, difficulty
  breathing, or altered mental status.
• Breathing Evaluate the patient's breathing to
  assess for any signs of respiratory distress or
  compromise. Look for chest wall injuries,
  paradoxical chest movement, or decreased breath
  sounds.
• Circulation Check the patient's circulation by
  assessing their pulse, skin color, temperature,
  and capillary refill. Look for signs of shock,
  such as hypotension, tachycardia, or pale, cool,
  clammy skin.
• Disability Evaluate the patient's neurologic
  status by assessing their level of consciousness,
  orientation, and motor and sensory function.
  Perform a brief neurological examination to
  assess for any signs of spinal cord injury or
  peripheral nerve injury.

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Rehabilitation strategies for orthopedic trauma

• Physical Therapy Physical therapy plays a
  central role in orthopedic trauma rehabilitation.
  Therapists design personalized exercise programs
  to improve strength, flexibility, and range of
  motion.
• Occupational Therapy Occupational therapists
  focus on helping patients regain independence in
  their daily activities.
• Gait Training Gait training is essential for
  patients recovering from lower extremity injuries
  or surgeries.
• Activity Modification Therapists may recommend
  modifications to activities or sports to prevent
  re-injury and facilitate safe participation.
• Education and Counseling Patients receive
  education on their injury or condition, treatment
  options, and expected outcomes.

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