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A Dr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD , Family Medicine, answered. You can manage a closed fracture on a daily basis by elevation of the extremity, ice in the early stage (be careful not to burn the skin - keep a layer of padding between the ice bag and the skin), and rest. Good nutrition and adequate hydration is also important.
The treatment depends on the type of fracture. 1  If you have an open wound with the fracture, you may need treatment to control bleeding or prevent infection. 2  For some simple types of fracture, you may just need to wear a sling or a splint for a few days to keep your elbow from moving while it heals.