Trauma & Limb Reconstruction

What are fractures and limb injuries?

A fracture means a loss of the bone's continuity from a force beyond what it can bear — from a hairline crack to a multi-fragment break. My goal, as Dr. Jalil Emad, is to restore the bone's correct alignment and stabilise it firmly so it heals and you return to life — from simple fractures to complex reconstruction.

Why and how does it happen? (in plain terms)

When a force (an accident, a fall, a sports injury) exceeds the bone's strength, the bone breaks. The severity depends on the force, the site and the bone's quality; in weakened bone (such as osteoporosis) even a minor impact can cause a fracture. Correct, timely treatment prevents mal-union and complications.

Symptoms and signs

• Severe pain and swelling immediately after the injury
• Deformity or shortening of the limb
• Inability to bear weight or move the limb
• Bruising and, in an open fracture, a wound over the fracture site

Treatment options — step by step

The treatment depends entirely on the type and site of the fracture and is set individually for each patient.

Step 1 — Non-surgical (cast or splint)

• What it is: Immobilising a stable, non-displaced fracture with a cast or splint until it heals.
• How it helps: Holds the bone in correct alignment without surgery.
• Who it suits: Simple, stable, non-displaced fractures.
• What to expect: A few weeks of immobilisation, then physiotherapy to restore movement.

Step 2 — Closed reduction

• What it is: Returning the bone to place without an incision, then holding it with a cast.
• How it helps: Corrects the bone's alignment without surgery.
• Who it suits: Displaced fractures that can be realigned by hand.
• What to expect: Regular X-ray checks to confirm the alignment is maintained.

Step 3 — Surgical internal fixation

• What it is: Correcting alignment and stabilising firmly with a plate and screws or an intramedullary nail.
• How it helps: Provides a solid fixation that allows early movement and reliable healing.
• Who it suits: Displaced, unstable or intra-articular fractures.
• What to expect: A gradual return to activity with a rehabilitation plan.

Step 4 — Reconstruction and external fixation

• What it is: For severe, open, or non-healed fractures, staged reconstruction of bone and soft tissue (with an external fixator if needed).
• How it helps: Restores the limb's function even in complex injuries.
• Who it suits: Open, comminuted or non-united fractures.
• What to expect: A multi-stage path with careful follow-up and close support.

Summary

Fracture treatment ranges from a simple cast to complex reconstruction and is set entirely individually. The goal is always correct alignment, reliable healing and a swift return to activity.

When to seek care urgently

After any significant impact, a deformed limb, persistent pain and swelling, numbness, or an inability to bear weight require prompt assessment and imaging.

The services I offer

From urgent assessment and diagnosis, to non-surgical treatment, surgical internal fixation and specialist reconstruction for complex cases and old non-healed fractures — I am with you to return the limb to its best function.