How soon can a minor bone fracture heal?

  In general, most minor bone fractures heal in about 4-6 weeks, but the exact time depends on the age of the patient and the location of the fracture, and cannot be generalized.  Minor fractures are also a form of fracture and are relatively minor. In the case of minor fractures of the extremities, surgical treatment is usually not required, and local external fixation with a cast or splint is sufficient. In the case of minor bone fractures in children, fixation is usually sufficient for about 2-3 weeks; older patients may need to extend the fixation time appropriately. Second, spinal fractures generally require absolute bed rest for about 4-6 weeks, during which time eating and urinating and defecating are not allowed, to ensure complete healing of the fracture and to avoid delayed healing or non-healing.  In addition, x-rays need to be reviewed periodically during the healing process to see how the fracture is healing.