 Determining if a broken bone has healed can be difficult for doctors due to the lack of standardized methods. Researchers have developed several different techniques to help determine healing, including imaging, biomechanical studies, serological markers, and patient-centered approaches. Imaging techniques such as X-rays and CT scans can provide detailed information about the bone structure and density, while biomechanical studies can measure how much force was applied to the bone during its breakage. Serological markers can detect proteins released by cells during the healing process, while patient-centered approaches focus on measuring quality of life and function. Despite these advances, doctors still rely heavily on their own judgment when making decisions regarding fracture healing. This article was authored by Sam Morshed.