These fragments must be held in place while the bone heals. Your surgeon may use one of several operative fixation techniques to realign the bone fragments. Surgery may be needed, depending on the location of the fracture and the amount of movement between the broken fragments of bone. During that time, regular X-rays may be needed to ensure that the bone has not slipped out of alignment. The cast may need to be worn for at least 4 to 6 weeks. If the bone fragments of the fracture have not moved (displaced) very much, or if the break is located in the middle (shaft) of the bone, your surgeon may be able to use a specially designed cast (spica cast) to hold the bone fragments in place.
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