Nonunion
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Pseudarthrosis is the failure of a fractured bone to heal: instead of knitting together, the ends of the fracture do not fully join and a kind of "false joint" forms. The result is usually pain and abnormal mobility in the affected area.
Common symptoms: persistent pain at the site of a previous fracture, movement where there should be none, and swelling or weakness of the area.
Contributing factors: insufficient immobilization, problems with the bone's blood supply, infections or certain general health conditions.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist and, depending on the area, the hand surgeon are the ones who evaluate this bone problem. If a fracture does not heal in the expected time or continues to hurt, it is advisable to have an orthopedist examine it to determine the next steps.
Data on 483 doctors who treat nonunion
Which specialist treats nonunion?
Pseudoarthrosis requires evaluation by an orthopedist, who assesses the lack of bone healing. A hand surgeon may get involved if the affected area is the hand; a general practitioner can guide the initial visit. Find specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in nonunion
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Rafael Reynaga Martinez
Dr. Carlos Lozano Márquez
Dr. Armando Alvarez Martínez
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Javier Baldizon Recio
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jaime Dante Hernandez Mendoza
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Francisco Javier Caballero Garcia
Dr. Raul Humberto Cavazos Caudillo
Dr. Hector Francisco Gaytan Osuna
Dr. Carlos Enrique Garcia Estrella
Dr. Luis Fernando Gonzalez Alatorre
Dr. Alberto Guevara Alvarez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Pablo Robles Perez
Frequently asked questions
What is nonunion?
Pseudarthrosis is the failure of a fractured bone to heal: instead of knitting together, the ends of the fracture do not fully join and a kind of "false joint" forms. The result is usually pain and abnormal mobility in the affected area.
Which doctor treats nonunion?
Pseudoarthrosis requires evaluation by an orthopedist, who assesses the lack of bone healing. A hand surgeon may get involved if the affected area is the hand; a general practitioner can guide the initial visit. Find specialists.