Reduction is a procedure where mal-aligned bone is set back into place. Reduction plays an important part in healing as well as reducing chances of deformity. It also helps in avoiding painful movements and restoring range of motion of the affected part. Reduction is widely done in fractures and joint dislocations. These are the following types of reductions performed:
Closed reduction
Closed reduction is a non surgical procedure performed to put bone into place. It can be performed under local or general anaesthesia. It is performed in cases where there is less dislocation.
In fractures, it is performed when there is no complication related to nerve or blood vessel injury or there are no small fractured fragments. It can be done by orthopedic doctor if there is less soft tissue injury.
In joint dislocation, if there is no injury to capsule or other soft tissues, it is first treatment of choice. It is commonly performed in shoulder, elbow or patellar dislocations.
Open reduction
Open reduction is a surgical procedure in which incision is made to expose the affected site and reduction is done. This type of reduction is usually followed by fixation.
In fractures, it is performed when good reduction is not achieved by closed reduction. It is also performed in cases where there are multiple fractured fragments or more dislocated fragments and soft tissue injury is more. Reduced part may be required to be fixed with nails, screws, or plates to avoid re-dislocation of fragments.
In joint dislocation, open reduction is performed when there is soft tissue injury associated with it such as ligament or joint capsule tear. Reduction along with affected tissue repair is performed. It is important to undergo physiotherapy after such cases to avoid re-dislocation, reduction in range of motion and muscle atrophy.
Reduction procedure is carried in Bansal Global Hospital by our orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Suresh Bansal. To book appointments, please contact the helpdesk.
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Bansal Global Hospital C-10 Ramgarh, Near Jahangirpuri Metro Station, Delhi, 110033
Bansal Fracture, Gynae and Kids Clinic, E-1086 Saraswati Vihar, Pitampura, Delhi 110034
Neo Kidz Clinic, C-38 Raj Nagar, Pitampura, Delhi 110034
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Dr Suresh Bansal – Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr Bimla Bansal – Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr Neha Bansal – Child Specialist