Your Specialists for Fracture Treatment in Burlington County

An integral part of comprehensive fracture care at BCOS is prevention. Fractures occur in two common scenarios. The first is a normal, healthy bone that is subject to an abnormal force or trauma, such as a car accident or sports injury. The second is called a fragility fracture, when the bone is inherently weak from either osteopenia/osteoporosis, tumor, or other deleterious process causing the bone to fracture with normal physiologic load (for example, an elderly patient who falls from standing).

The first category of fractures can be prevented, to some extent, by observing appropriate safety measures, such as wearing a seatbelt, helmet, or the appropriate protective gear when playing sports. Fragility fractures can be prevented by optimizing bone quality. This involves getting routine weight-bearing exercise to fortify the bone, potentially supplementing with calcium and vitamin D, refraining from smoking or excessive intake of carbonated beverages, and obtaining a DEXA scan when indicated. Our Burlington County Orthopedics team can help guide appropriate medical intervention if osteoporosis is identified BEFORE a fracture occurs. The risk of fall can be mitigated by using appropriate assist devices (cane, walker, or wheelchair), avoiding use of area rugs, and identifying in advance any potential tripping hazards in the home. Physical therapy can help improve strength and balance to help avoid falls and, therefore, fractures.

If a fracture cannot be avoided, rest assured that our experienced orthopedic staff at Burlington County Orthopaedics is well-versed in the management of both nonsurgical and surgical treatments for patients of all ages – from infants through centenarians. If the fracture alignment allows the bone to heal without functional problems, our specialists perform non-surgical treatment right here at our Burlington County facility (splinting, casting, bracing). Fractures that require surgery (using plate and screws, rods, pins, etc.) are highly prioritized to ensure there is no significant delay in definitive management. We also coordinate seamlessly, when necessary, with primary care physicians throughout the area to ensure appropriate post-surgical work-up and management, seeing our patients through to complete healing and optimal restoration of function.

At Burlington County Orthopaedics, we're dedicated to providing rapid, compassionate, and effective fracture treatment to patients across South Jersey, including Mount Holly, Marlton, Moorestown, Cherry Hill, and Mount Laurel. Contact us today for a same or next-day appointment and start your path to full recovery.