Best Orthopedic Doctors for Fracture Treatment in Mangaluru, Karnataka

Casting immobilizes stable, non-displaced bone fractures externally using plaster or fiberglass. Surgical fixation (ORIF) is required for displaced, unstable, or intra-articular fractures where anatomical realignment is secured internally with titanium plates, screws, or intramedullary rods.

Most adult bone fractures heal within 6 to 12 weeks. Small bones (wrist, fingers) may heal in 4 to 6 weeks, while major weight-bearing bones (femur, tibia) take 12 to 24 weeks to achieve solid cortical remodeling.

Fiberglass casts are significantly lighter, stronger, more porous, and water-resistant compared to traditional POP plaster, making them more comfortable and durable for limb immobilization.

Immediate medical evaluation is needed if you experience severe worsening pain, numbness, tingling, cold fingers/toes, or bluish skin discoloration under or beyond the cast, as these may signal acute compartment syndrome or nerve compression.

Consultations on NectarPlus Health range between around ₹500. Conservative casting typically costs ₹2,500 to ₹8,000, while surgical fracture fixation packages in Mangaluru range between ₹35,000 and ₹1,80,000 based on bone location, implant type, and hospitalization.