If you’ve sustained a fracture or other acute injury, our team is ready to provide prompt and expert care. In most situations, these injuries don’t require immediate surgery through the emergency room. When that’s the case, we transition your care to our outpatient office at Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center. We understand how painful these injuries can be, which is why we prioritize fast access to care, often offering same-day or next-day appointments.
What Is a Fracture?
A fracture is a break or other damage to the bone. Some fractures are mild and may not require surgery, while others are more severe and need immediate intervention. Symptoms often include pain, swelling, bruising, difficulty moving the affected area, and sometimes a visible deformity. Fractures can affect people of all ages and can occur in any bone in the body.
Proper and timely treatment is crucial to ensure the bone heals correctly and to prevent long-term complications such as chronic pain, stiffness, or mobility issues.
Fracture Care in Charlottesville
At Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center, we combine compassionate care with advanced technology to provide comprehensive treatment for a wide variety of fractures. Whether you’ve suffered a fracture from a fall, accident, or repetitive stress, our board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Nielsen, is here to help you recover and regain strength.
We treat a wide range of fracture types, including:
Stress Fractures
Stress fractures are small cracks in a bone caused by repetitive motion or overuse, commonly seen in athletes and runners. Early diagnosis and activity modification are key to recovery.
Wrist Fractures
Wrist fractures often occur from falling onto an outstretched hand. Common types include distal radius fractures and scaphoid fractures. Treatment can range from splinting to surgical fixation.
Ankle Fractures
Ankle fractures can vary from simple cracks to complex breaks involving multiple bones. Stabilization and proper alignment are important for full recovery and to prevent arthritis down the line.
Hip Fractures
Most common in older adults, hip fractures often require surgical intervention. Prompt treatment and rehabilitation are essential to restore mobility and independence.
Clavicle (Collarbone) Fractures
Clavicle fractures are frequently caused by falls or sports injuries. Depending on the severity, they may be treated with a sling or surgical plates and screws.
Humerus Fractures
Fractures in the upper arm bone (humerus) can occur near the shoulder or mid-arm. These injuries may be managed non-surgically or with surgery, depending on the displacement of the bone.
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Breaks in the lower leg bones, especially the weight-bearing tibia, often need careful realignment and, in many cases, surgical hardware to ensure stability during healing.
Compression Fractures of the Spine
Often seen in individuals with osteoporosis, these fractures affect the vertebrae in the spine. Treatment may involve bracing, pain management, or procedures like vertebroplasty.
Pediatric Fractures
Children’s bones are still growing, so special care is taken to ensure proper healing without affecting future growth. Our team is experienced in treating fractures in children of all ages.
Open (Compound) Fractures
An open fracture occurs when the bone breaks through the skin. These injuries require immediate medical attention and often involve surgical cleaning and stabilization to prevent infection.
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Don’t wait to get the expert care you need. Whether it’s your child with a broken wrist or an aging parent with a hip fracture, our team at Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center in Charlottesville, VA, is ready to help you heal and get back to doing what you love.
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Contact UsWhat Our Patients Say
I called for an appointment and had one in 2 days. As soon as I got in I was greeted and only had to wait a minute for the x-ray technician to come get me. Appointment only took 30 minutes and I left with a complete understanding of what was wrong with my wrist.
This place is amazing! The entire staff was super friendly from the moment I walked in the door. Thank you!
Highly recommend Charlottesville Orthopedic Center for PT. They are the best! Very knowledgeable, detailed, patient, caring and they listen. I had shoulder and knee issues. Matt was my physical therapist and I would definitely go back if I ever need more therapy. Thank you so much for all your help.
