CLOSED REDUCTION-INTERNAL FIXATION (CRIF)

Overview -

CRIF is a surgical procedure. The shattered bones in your leg, ankle, or foot are realigned by your healthcare practitioner. He or she can accomplish this without making an incision over the break. The bone parts are held in place using pins and wires. Metal plates, as well as flexible and non-flexible rods and nails, may be employed.

Why It’s Done -

If you or your kid exhibits any of the signs or symptoms of a fractured leg, seek medical attention immediately. Delays in diagnosis and treatment might lead to subsequent issues, such as poor healing.

Any limb fracture caused by a high-impact trauma, such as a vehicle or motorbike collision, should be treated immediately. Thighbone fractures are serious, potentially life-threatening injuries that necessitate the use of emergency medical services to protect the region from additional injury and to safely transport you to your local hospital.

Surgery Procedure -

• To numb the area of the body, a local anaesthetic may be applied to the specific part of the body where the surgery will be performed. During surgery, you will be awake or barely sedated if you have local anaesthetic. During surgery, you may feel pressure or pressing, but you should not be in any discomfort. Instead, general anaesthetic may be used to keep you sleeping during the procedure. During the procedure, the anaesthetic will keep you pain-free. To reduce the chance of infection, you may be given an antibiotic through IV.

• Your healthcare professional will utilise x-ray images to assist him or her with repositioning the bones. Pins and wires might be used to keep the bones in place once they've been properly positioned. Rather, your doctor may create an incision and insert flexible nails or rods. To keep the bones in place, he or she may need to use metal plates. Stitches will be used to close the incision. A splint or partial cast will be applied to your leg or foot by your healthcare practitioner. This will help the bones recover by preventing mobility.

Risk and Complication -

• You might get an infection.

• Bleed more profusely than predicted

• The gadgets that are implanted may cause an allergic response.

• The fixation devices have the potential to produce fractures in other areas of the bone.

• It's possible that your bone will not mend properly.

• Your skin and tissues may be irritated by the gadgets.

• The gadgets may malfunction or migrate. It's possible that you'll require more surgery.

• During a CRIF, nerves, muscles, tendons, or blood vessels may be injured.

• Your leg may not have complete range of motion.

Do’s and Don’ts -

• Strengthen your bones. Calcium-rich foods like milk, yoghurt, and cheese can aid in the development of strong bones. A calcium or vitamin D supplement may also help to strengthen bones. Consult your doctor to see whether these supplements are right for you.

• Take pain relievers. You may require pain medicine, either over-the-counter or prescription, or both. Pay attention to your doctor's directions.

• Maintain the cleanliness of your incision. Cover it and wash your hands frequently. Inquire with your doctor about how to replace the bandage appropriately.

• Extend the limb as far as possible. To minimise swelling following ORIF, your doctor may urge you to elevate the limb and use ice.

• Don't exert any pressure. It's possible that your limb will need to be immobilised for a period. If you've been given a sling, wheelchair, or crutches, follow the instructions carefully.

• Keep going to physical therapy. Do the home exercises and stretches that your physical therapist taught you on a daily basis.

• Cross-train. Stress fractures can be avoided by alternating activities. Alternate between jogging and swimming or riding. If you're jogging on a steep track inside, switch directions to save your bones from overworking.

Insurance Covered – Following insurances are covered for CRIF :

The average length of stay - entails 3 days in hospital & 3-12 weeks to fully recover

Doctors who perform ORIF procedure :