Question 1

what are ways that your wrist can get sprained?

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Many: Foosh..Fall on outstretched hand is most common.

Question 2

what are some ways to tell if i sprained my wrist?

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Pain swelling: Rest ice compression and elevation are hallmarks of initial treatment  but however don't think "sprain" just because someone said you didn't fracture. There are many sprains that are severe and need treatment,  just as there are small tiny injuries. There are also fractures that are not seen on initial films.  X-rays may  reveal malignant without fracture, MRI showed ligament relationships.

Question 3

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 4

how can i break a sprained wrist?

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Too much force: Sometimes injured areas are weak and may be more susceptible to further injury if there is a degree of weakness.  An external force applied onto or around the injured site may cause further more serious damage.  Have the sprain treated appropriately to avoid further damage.

Question 5

can i type with a sprained wrist ?

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Yes: Typing with a sprained wrist will be a bit slower but can be done. It is helpful to wear a wrist splint and to take frequest breaks. If it makes the pain worse then stop typing and seek treatment.

Question 6

how many days to heal sprain wrist?

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Sprain: That depends on what is sprained and the severity of injury. Minor sprain can be a few weeks. More severe injury can be months -- or never as may need surgery to fix. Check with your doctor for an evaluation to make sure.

Question 7

how long will a sprained wrist heal?

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4-6 weeks: If it isn't better within a few weeks it is probably not just a sprain.  Navicular fractures may appear to be a sprain but in reality is a serious injury.  If it isn't better after a few weeks, please get an x-ray.

Question 8

how do i know if i sprained my wrist?

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Xray: Pain just in the area of the wrist joint could be a sprain.  Pain directly on a bone usually means a fracture.  The best way to decipher between the two is to get an xray and see your orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 9

how should you treat a sprained wrist?

Accepted Answer

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 10

sprained wrist for almost a month now?

Accepted Answer

See a hand surgeon: if the wrist still hurts after a month you might have torn a ligament. You need a X-ray with grip view, a good exam and probe an MRI.

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