Patient's question:
I wasn't paying attention to safety while I was active and accidentally fell down. It left me unable to move, forcing me to ask a friend for help to take me to the hospital for a thorough examination. Through the examination, the doctor said my patella was fractured and needed to be fixed through surgery. What are the things to pay attention to 6 days after internal fixation surgery for a patellar fracture?Doctor's answer:
A patellar fracture requires selecting a treatment method based on the alignment and positioning of the fracture. If the fracture is unstable or the fragments are displaced, surgical intervention should be considered promptly. If the alignment and positioning are poor, timely surgery is necessary. Six days after surgery, it is important to elevate the affected limb and rest properly, avoiding strenuous exercise. However, active physical therapy under medical guidance should be performed to enhance nutrition.