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Questions to ask about non‑complex fractures

Questions to ask about non‑complex fractures

These questions may help you discuss your injuries or the tests and treatments you have been given with your healthcare team.

Finding out whether you have a broken bone

  • Do I need a scan to find out whether my bone is broken?

  • What will the scan involve?

  • How long will I have to wait for the results of the scan?

  • Will I be able to see a picture of my injury?

Information and support

  • Can you tell me more about broken bones?

  • Who can support me if my movement is restricted because of my injury?

  • Can you provide any information for my family/carers?

Treatments

  • Can you tell me why you have decided to offer me this particular type of treatment?

  • What are the pros and cons of this treatment?

  • What will it involve?

  • How will it help me? What sort of improvements might I expect?

  • How long will the bone take to heal? When will I be back to normal?

  • Are there any risks associated with this treatment?

  • Are there treatments other than the one you have offered me?

  • Is there some other information (like a leaflet, DVD or a website I can go to) about the treatment?

  • Will I need to have an operation?

For family members, friends or carers

  • What can I/we do to help and support the person with a fracture?

  • Is there any additional support that I/we as carer(s) might benefit from or be entitled to?

Following up on your treatment

  • When should I start to return to normal and what should I do if I don't start to feel better by then?

  • Are there different treatments that I could try?

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