Question 1

how do i wrap a sprained wrist?

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Use an OTC splint: The easiest way to treat and protect a sprained wrist is to try an over-the-counter (otc) splint. They are easy to apply and remove for personal care. An ace wrap is another option, but needs to be applied appropriately to adequately protect your wrist. Otc splints can be a simple neoprene compressive sleeve are incorporate a hardened splint to hold the wrist in a safe position.

Question 2

how should you treat a sprained wrist?

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Depends: It depends on severity of the sprain. Mild strains need splinting for a short period of time (if at all) and medication for pain. More severe sprains may need longer bracing or even surgery. See a hand specialist for an assessment of your own situation. Untreated sprains can lead to future problems unless they are mild.

Question 3

what should i wear on a sprained wrist?

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A simple: Over the counter splint may be useful. However the term sprain has many meanings, and is used to mean "negative" xrays by many but there can be a fracture not seen, a ligament injury, tendonitis, joint pain, carticlage tears , tendon injury and a whole lot of things thrown into the non fracture "sprain " category so if you are not better...... Get seen.

Question 4

i was wondering what does a sprained wrist feel like?

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Pain and  swelling: When you sprain the wrist you feel pain on moving the wrist, some bruising or swelling in the wrist. Usually the symptoms tend to improve quite soon and the pain is not excruciating. But it is often difficult to know if you just have a sprain or fracture without the x-rays. So if you had injury like a fall  and moderate pain do not just assume that it is sprain better to get x-ray to make sure

Question 5

wrist sprain pain reocurring?

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Sports med opinion: See a sports med doctor to examine your wrist and make treatment recommendations. If the pain is not getting better, they will image depending on your physical exam to rule our bone bruise or cartilage tear. Other possibilities include nerve compression or instability. An occupational therapist may be able to fit you with a splint or give exercises to help.

Question 6

what should i do in wrist sprain?

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Sprain : Elevation, ice , anti inflammatory  and protective brace.  Must be sure that there is not a fracture as source i'd pain.

Question 7

how to heal a sprained wrist after weight lifting?

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Sprain wrist: Rest until pain subsides, use a ibouprofen or aleve (naproxen) as needed. Also wearing a wrist brace may help.

Question 8

how long should i take off work for a wrist sprain?

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It depend: This sprain grade one or two or three. Some time sprain need a cast or brace. If you have disc job you could return to it the next day.

Question 9

sprained wrist options for helping heal/managing pain?

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Be seen: First and most importantly, you would want to make sure that it is simply a sprain and not a more serious injury.  I have seen patients who thought they had sprained their wrist only to find out they actually had a fracture.

Question 10

how long will it take a moderate wrist sprain to heal?

Accepted Answer

3-6 months: Wrist sprains come in various shapes and sizes. Most sprains will take 3-6 months to improve, though some can take longer. Be sure to obtain x-rays through your physician to rule out a fracture or more serious injury.

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