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Q—-Which treatment is best for bone fracture? Ans- According to DR LAVESH AGRAWAL MS ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON (GOLD MEDALIST) Diagnosis and treatment of bone fractures 1-Splints – to stop movement of the broken limb. 2-Braces – to support the bone. 3-Plaster cast – to provide support and immobilise the bone. 4-Traction – a less common option. 5-Surgically inserted metal rods or plates – to hold the bone pieces together. Pain relief. Q-How long does a fractured bone take to heal? How Long Does a Fracture Take to Heal? Ans- Most fractures heal in 6-8 weeks, but this varies tremendously from bone to bone and in each person based on many of the factors discussed above. Hand and wrist fractures often heal in 4-6 weeks whereas a tibia fracture may take 20 weeks or more.