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By Jonathan Cluett, M.D., About.com Guide to Orthopedics since 1999

How To Heal a Broken Bone Quickly

Sunday July 26, 2009
Healing a broken bone takes time, and many patients don't want to be patient! When we have a fractured bone, we want to do everything we can to get back to normal as quickly as possible. The novelty of having a cast wears off very quickly as it starts to get dirty and smelly... The question is, is there anything we can do to speed up that healing process?

Healing a broken bone is a process related to factors including patient age, overall health, nutrition, blood flow to the bone, and treatment. Learn about steps you can take to help bones heal quickly.

Related: Does surgery make bones heal faster? | Types of Broken Bones

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