How long does it take for a fracture of the ulna to heal?

The healing period of an ulnar fracture is about three months. During the first two weeks of the fracture, the hematoma is gradually absorbed and replaced by granulation tissue, and a fibrous bone scab gradually connects the two ends of the fracture. At four weeks, the fibrous scab is gradually replaced by a bony scab, and the fracture gradually acquires initial stability. At eight weeks, the bony scab is replaced by a Haversian plate, and the fracture acquires a strength similar to that of normal cortical bone. Clinical healing of the fracture is achieved at three months, when the fracture line is blurred or disappears on radiographs.