At ABC Ortopedi, we guarantee expert assessments by our specialists. We are here for you, regardless of injuries to muscles, bones, or joints.
A follow-up examination for a fracture is usually conducted between 1–10 days after the injury. If your child requires an X-ray before the visit, it will be done either the day before or on the same day as the appointment.
X-rays are performed on a drop-in basis at a radiology clinic. The referral is sent electronically to the designated clinic, and you must bring a valid ID for the X-ray.
During the visit to our clinic, you will meet with a doctor who will examine and assess the injury. Based on the evaluation, the doctor will determine whether the injury can be treated on-site or if a referral for further treatment is needed.
Uncomplicated pediatric fractures are treated conservatively with a cast. Our experienced cast technicians assist the orthopedic specialist with casting, recasting, and cast removal.
At the time of cast removal, you will receive information about activity restrictions and how to regain strength and mobility after the injury. You will also be informed about when your child can resume sports and other activities.
If you need to undergo a new X-ray examination, it should preferably be done on the same day or the day before your visit with us.
The X-ray is performed on a drop-in basis at a radiology clinic that we agree upon when booking your appointment. The referral is sent electronically to the designated clinic, and you must bring a valid ID for the X-ray.
During your visit, you will meet a doctor who will assess your injury. Based on this assessment, a decision will be made on whether the injury should be treated on-site or if a referral for further treatment is needed.
ABC Orthopedics does not handle cash or Swish. Please bring a bank card.
If you need a follow-up visit or other specialist expertise after your appointment, this will be decided together during the visit.
If your insurance company requires a certificate for the assessment of your injury, you can book an appointment for this after the treatment is completed.
If you experience increased warmth and redness around the fracture or injury along with a fever, we advise you to seek emergency care immediately to rule out a DVT.
If you have a cast on your hand, wrist, or forearm, it is important to move the parts that are not immobilized as much as possible—without causing pain.
We recommend keeping the affected hand/arm elevated whenever possible, meaning the arm/hand should be held above heart level.
Do not lift more than a glass of water.
If your foot or lower leg is in a cast, try to keep it elevated as often as possible. When sitting or lying down, place a pillow under your foot or leg to raise it.
Your orthopedic specialist will provide individual instructions regarding weight-bearing on your foot or leg.
If you have been advised to bear weight with or without crutches, you may do so up to your pain threshold.
If you are wearing a sling after a fracture in the upper arm or collarbone, we recommend using it for two weeks. However, it is important to occasionally lower your arm to stretch your elbow.
After about two weeks, you can remove the sling occasionally to stretch your arm and do small pendulum exercises. Make sure to keep your hand and fingers active while using the sling.
You will receive specific information tailored to your injury during your visit. Remember to contact a physiotherapist for rehabilitation guidance.
If you experience increased pain after your last visit, please contact us to schedule an extra check-up.
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If you have not yet had your follow-up appointment at ABC Orthopedics and your cast is causing problems (e.g., discomfort, wetness, or looseness), we refer you back to the Emergency clinic for a replacement.
No, not all patients require a new X-ray before a follow-up or return visit. The need for imaging is determined by the orthopedic specialist based on your referral and previous X-rays.
In some cases, after assessing your injury in person, the orthopedic specialist may decide to send a referral for an X-ray.
As a rule, fractures are not X-rayed before cast removal and final assessment. In most cases, the fracture has fully healed after casting treatment.
In some situations, the orthopedic specialist may order a follow-up X-ray after cast removal. This decision is made during your visit.
Unfortunately, we do not offer scheduled phone or remote consultations with orthopedic specialists unless previously agreed upon during your visit. If such an arrangement was made, it will be noted in your medical record.
If you have been referred for an MRI, the radiology clinic will send you an appointment notification. Due to high demand, waiting times can be long.
You may contact the radiology clinic to check your appointment status or ask to be placed on their cancellation list for an earlier slot.
Once you receive your appointment, please inform us at ABC Orthopedics so we can track your case and schedule your follow-up visit once the MRI results are available.
We provide crutches for patients who need them. They are available for purchase at SEK 300 and do not need to be returned.
If you are eligible for transportation services and have a valid medical travel card, we can arrange transport for you. We can also approve transport for elderly patients or those with underlying conditions that qualify them for medical travel.
You must have a blue medical travel card to use this service. More information on medical transport rules can be found on Medical transportation in Stockholm County – 1177.
If you received a transport voucher from a Närakut to get home after treatment, this does not entitle you to continued medical transport.
We provide special certificates for purposes such as canceled trips, freezing gym memberships, etc., for a fee of SEK 375.
We offer waterproof casts year-round for hand and wrist fractures in both adults and children. If you're planning a vacation, a waterproof cast is a great option for showering and swimming in pools—but not for saltwater exposure. Waterproof casts are not covered by regional healthcare subsidies and cost SEK 700.
Yes, X-rays can be performed even if you have a cast.
