Question 1

what is done for a broken arm?

Accepted Answer

DEPENDS ON LOCAION: Displacement and location will be variable. An xray will help with the decision.

Question 2

what happens if you leave broken arm untreated?

Accepted Answer

It depends: It depends on what you mean by treatment - many fractures are treated only with a sling such as upper humerus (upper arm) fractures and many fractures if non-displaced and in good alignment will heal very well with minimal immobilization.

Question 3

could you have a broken arm without realizing it?

Accepted Answer

X-ray to be sure: Unless there is an obvious deformity you may not be able to tell the difference with the naked eye. While a sprain is an injury to the ligaments of the wrist, and a fracture is damage to the bone, strains of muscles and tendons are also possible. In any case, common symptoms may be pain, limited strength/ motion, swelling, and/ or bruising. Have an x-ray to be sure!

Question 4

will a broken arm always require a cast?

Accepted Answer

No: Almost all fractures require some kind of immobilization - but that can come in many different forms, depending on the fracture - plaster/fiberglass splints, velcro splints, slings, shoulder immobilizers, hinged braces, and, of course, casts.

Question 5

could a 82 yr old man survive a broken arm?

Accepted Answer

Would anticipate: That a simple arm fracture should not be lethal. Were there complications?

Question 6

can i still move my fingers with a broken arm?

Accepted Answer

yes: Most often if you are healing from a broken arm (either the forearm or the upper arm), you should be free to move the hand/fingers.  And in fact should be encouraged to do so to avoid stiffness.

Question 7

whats the difference between a cast or a sling for a broken arm?

Accepted Answer

Two different things: The cast to immobilize the bone and sling to help carry the cast.

Question 8

how long does a broken arm take to heal completely after surgery?

Accepted Answer

6-10 weeks to heal: Generally speaking broken bones (fractures) heal after undergoing surgery to reduce and stabilize the fracture with plates and screws in 6-10 weeks. Clinical healing, based upon examination of the broken bone in the office, is complete when there is no more tenderness with palpation of the broken bone. X-rays are used to check for healing as well and should correlate with  your md's clinical exam.

Question 9

would it hurt if my broken arm moved from correct place in my cast?

Accepted Answer

Fracture pain: It may or may not give pain depending on the position of fractured parts

Question 10

just got my cast of from a broken arm. it's very stiff. how do i soften it up?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Therapy: You should see an occupational therapist for an evaluation and exercise/therapy plan. They can help evaluate your injury and created a treatment plan to return you to your daily activities.

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