Is This Possible? and What Does It Entail?

Updated on March 28, 2012
J.K. asks from Hindsville, AR
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Is it possible for a doctor to repair a previously broken bone or bones which have already healed (on their own, or by "home remedy")
What would this entitle happening?

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So What Happened?

The "home remedy" was that his aunt "set it" put a brace on it, and wrapped the brace tightly in a tensor bandage with the patient under the influence of alcohol. (Patient was 18 at the time, no children getting drunk)

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R.D.

answers from Richmond on

Unless medically necessary, like it's causing you pain, I wouldn't even worry about it. They have to rebreak the bone, reset the bone, then you have to heal all over again. Rebreaking is SOOOOO PAINFUL.

When I was 6 I broke my arm in a WEIRD place. Because it was so swollen, I had to wear a sling for 2 days until the swelling went down so they could get clear X-rays because it was such a funky break. Because I was so young, it had already started to heal... REBREAK, OMG, I ALMOST PASSED OUT. I have forgotten the pain of childbirth, but I will NEVERRR forget that pain!

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D.D.

answers from New York on

You should contact an orthopedic specialist for an evaluation. I'm sure it can be done but he/she can tell you if it should be done and the steps needed for treatment.

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M.P.

answers from Portland on

It would depend on the break and it's location. I've heard of doctors rebreaking the bone and then setting it.

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K.W.

answers from Seattle on

Yes, it's possible. Please talk to a skilled/experienced/reputable doctor.

And home remedy for a broken bone? Really? I hope you don't mean herbs/acupuncture/poultice (fill in the blank).

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M.B.

answers from Dallas on

It's possible, but as someone already said - painful! I would talk to an orthopedic specialist. Even if it's not bothering you (or whoever has the issue) I would still talk to a specialist. You never know what issues might show up later in life. My doctor (at OrthoTexas) handled a problem similar to this for my son and did great work.

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