Trauma to the arms, legs, hands, or feet can significantly impact mobility, daily function, and quality of life. Extremity trauma surgeries focus on repairing fractures, dislocations, ligament tears, tendon injuries, and soft tissue damage in the upper and lower limbs.
At the Dr. Atul Jaspal Bone and Joint Clinic in Paschim Vihar, Dr. Atul Jaspal offers expertise in managing extremity trauma cases. His skill in treating simple and complex fractures supports accurate repair, early movement, and long-term functional recovery.
Extremity trauma surgery involves surgical intervention to repair damage to the upper limb—including the shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand—and the lower limb, such as the hip, thigh, knee, leg, ankle, and foot. The primary goals of this surgery are to stabilize fractures and dislocations, restore proper anatomical alignment, protect blood vessels, nerves, and soft tissues, and enable an early return to function and daily activities.
Sports injuries
Falls from height
Workplace or industrial accidents
Pathological fractures due to bone weakness
Severe pain, swelling, and bruising
Visible deformity or abnormal limb position
Inability to move or bear weight
Open wounds with exposed bone (open fracture)
Numbness or weakness due to nerve injury
Accurate diagnosis ensures correct treatment and faster recovery.
X-rays – Identify fracture patterns and bone displacement
CT Scan – Detailed evaluation of complex fractures (e.g., joint involvement)
MRI – Detects ligament, tendon, and cartilage injuries
Doppler/Angiography – Checks blood vessel damage in severe limb trauma
Clinical Examination – Assessment of circulation, nerve function, and limb stability
Casting, splinting, or bracing for stable fractures
Pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs
Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE)
Physiotherapy for rehabilitation
External Fixation: Temporary stabilizer for open or complex fractures
Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIPO): Small incisions with precise implant placement
Intramedullary Nailing: Metal rod placed inside bone for long bone fractures (femur, tibia, humerus)
Soft Tissue Repair: Tendon, ligament, and nerve reconstruction
Bone Grafting & Reconstruction: For bone loss or non-healing fractures
Limb Salvage Surgery: Advanced microsurgical techniques to save severely injured limbs
Stabilization – Initial trauma management, control of bleeding, and infection prevention
Imaging & Planning – Detailed mapping of fracture and soft tissue injury
Surgery – Based on injury type, using fixation devices, implants, or grafts
Wound Management – Special techniques for open injuries
Rehabilitation – Early physiotherapy to regain motion and prevent stiffness
Pain control and wound care
Physiotherapy for range of motion and strength
Gradual return to weight-bearing with crutches or walker
Regular X-rays to monitor bone healing
Occupational therapy for fine motor recovery in hand/arm injuries
Recovery Timeline
6–12 weeks: Initial bone healing with limited mobility
3–6 months: Resumption of most daily activities
6–12 months: Full recovery with restored strength and endurance
Restores limb alignment and function
Prevents long-term disability or deformity
Enables early return to work and daily life
Reduces pain and improves quality of life
Saves limbs in severe trauma cases
Surgery is needed for displaced, unstable, or complex fractures where conservative treatment cannot ensure healing.
Yes, with timely debridement, fixation, and antibiotics, open fractures can heal well.
Depending on the fracture site, weight-bearing may begin in 6–8 weeks, with full mobility in 3–6 months.
Risks include infection, non-union, or stiffness, but with expert care, these are minimized.
With modern limb salvage techniques, many limbs once considered unsalvageable can now be reconstructed and preserved.
Expert orthopaedic care by Dr. Atul Jaspal—providing trusted, precise, and patient-focused treatment for all bone and joint problems in Sunder Vihar, Paschim Vihar, Delhi.
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