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How long does a fracture take to heal?

April 26, 2017fracture heal

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How long does a fracture take to heal?

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This depends on the type of fracture you have, where in the body it is located, and how severe it was. If it is a simple fracture, it usually takes 4-6 weeks to heal. If it is a more complex fracture including a fracture that required surgical repair, it will take longer. Children tend to heal the fastest, while the elderly take longer. This site has further information http://www.hmc.psu.edu/healthinfo/b/bonefracture.