Fracture Care in Frisco, TX

A broken bone needs timely, accurate care to heal well and get you moving again. Nathan Boes, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine, providing comprehensive non-operative and operative fracture management for patients in Frisco and North Dallas. From simple wrist fractures to complex ankle or shoulder injuries, Dr. Boes delivers clear diagnoses, conservative care when appropriate, and surgical fixation when it’s the best path to strong, reliable healing.

Serving Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Little Elm, The Colony, and nearby North Dallas/DFW communities.

Fractures We Commonly Treat (examples)

Upper Extremity

Clavicle, shoulder/proximal humerus, elbow, distal radius (wrist), scaphoid, hand/fingers

Lower Extremity

Hip (coordination for definitive care), tibial plateau, patella, ankle, Lisfranc (midfoot), metatarsals/toes

Pediatric & Adult

Injuries, sports and work-related trauma

Non-Operative Care (when appropriate)

Immobilization: splinting/casting/functional bracing
Swelling & pain control guidance
Early safe motion strategies to protect joints and reduce stiffness
Physical therapy to restore strength, balance, and confidence
Close follow-up with repeat imaging to confirm alignment and healing

Many stable, well-aligned fractures heal predictably without surgery. Dr. Boes will explain when non-operative care is the right choice and what to expect week by week

Operative Care (when needed)

Open Reduction & Internal Fixation (ORIF): precise realignment with plates/screws/pins for displaced or unstable fractures
Percutaneous fixation for select injuries to minimize soft-tissue trauma
Post-op rehab protocols to return you to daily life, work, and sport safely

The decision to operate is individualized, based on fracture pattern, alignment, stability, skin/soft-tissue status, age, activity goals, and risks/benefits.

When to See a Specialist

Visible deformity, inability to bear weight or use the limb
Significant swelling/bruising, or numbness/tingling
Pain that doesn’t improve within 24–48 hours after an injury
Concern for a re-injury or fracture that isn’t healing as expected

Next step: Request an appointment with Nathan Boes, MD in Frisco, TX.

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Why Choose Dr. Boes for Fracture Care

Board-Certified (ABOS); Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine
High-volume experience with both non-operative management and ORIF across upper & lower extremities
Coordinated care with imaging, bracing, and physical therapy in Frisco
Sports-performance insight for safe, efficient return-to-work/return-to-play plans

Fracture Care: Frequently Asked Questions

Do all fractures need surgery?

No. Many stable, well-aligned fractures heal with splints/casts/bracing plus targeted rehab. Surgery is considered for displaced, unstable, open, or intra-articular fractures where alignment and stability are critical.

How long does a bone take to heal?

Most fractures show early healing by 4–6 weeks, with strength maturing over several months. Timelines vary by bone, alignment, and your health/activity level.

What is ORIF, and why is it used?

Open Reduction and Internal Fixation aligns the bone and stabilizes it with plates/screws/pins to protect the joint surface and allow earlier, safer motion when appropriate.

When can I return to work or sports?

It depends on fracture type and treatment. Desk work may resume within days to weeks; manual labor and sports require confirmed healing and strength milestones. Dr. Boes provides return-to-activity guidance tailored to you.

Do I need physical therapy?

Often, yes. Physical therapy helps restore motion, reduce stiffness, and rebuild strength and balance—especially after immobilization or surgery.

Hear What Dr. Boes' Other Patients Have to Say

Kind, Sharp, Helpful

Dr. Boes patiently listened to all of my concerns and put on a good path to less pain without surgery. He also referred me to, and got me in to see, a spine specialist that I had been trying to see for a long time. He seems kind, really sharp. Was extremely helpful!

Andrew E.

Highly Recommended

Dr. Boes and his team were wonderful. They took excellent care of my son and gave a great recommendation for his post surgery recovery. Thank you guys! I highly recommend Dr. Boes and his team for all your needs.

Chasity H.

Knowledge, kindness and expertise

I saw Dr Boes for continued pain with my shoulder from an old injury, he was great at listening and discussing my options while we navigating treatment and a successful surgery.
I appreciate his knowledge, kindness and expertise.

Lisa S.

Heal Right the First Time

Schedule your fracture evaluation with Nathan Boes, MD—serving Frisco and the North Dallas/DFW area.