Fracture Surgery vs Other Options: How to Decide
Short answer: Before fracture surgery, less invasive options are usually considered: cast treatment for stable fractures; surgery when there is displacement or instability. The final decision is made by the specialist based on your case.
Are there alternatives to fracture surgery? Sometimes there are.
Options
Cast treatment for stable fractures; surgery when there is displacement or instability.
When surgery is preferred
When symptoms persist, there is a risk, or conservative options fail. The specialist decides the indication; results vary from person to person.