Question 1

how long will it take for a broken thumb to heal?

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3 weeks: Small bones of the thumb take 3  weeks to heal.

Question 2

how long will it take to heal from broken thumb?

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About six weeks: It takes about six weeks to heal, with a splint in place.

Question 3

how many days would it take for a thumb fracture to heal?

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3 weeks: A fracture on the tip of the finger wont require hardly any time to heal, and will be sore while you use your hand.  On the other hand (pun intended), a fracture closer to your wrist may take 3-4 weeks before safe to recover use of your hand.  It may even require surgery, which can accelerate healing and minimize immobilization (read immobilization as future stiffness).  If broken, see a doctor.

Question 4

how long would it would take for a thumb fracture to heal?

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What bone: Depends on multiple factors, what bone, location and type of fracture, joint involvement?, mode of treatment (open versus closed), as well as your general health, i.e.. Do you smoke? Speak to the treating physician.

Question 5

can you let me know how many days it would take for a thumb fracture to heal?

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6-8 weeks: It depends on the fracture and if any ligament involved.

Question 6

can i still take my xanax (alprazolam) 1mg if i have took a half of perk 5mg for pain due to my broken thumb..it's been 7hrs since i took my pain meds?

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Yes : You should be able to take your Xanax (alprazolam) 7 hours after taking Percocet for pain . Most of the Percocet should be out of your system . Keep in kind that when taken close together the effect maybe additive and the effect maybe sedation and possibly impaired judgement . No driving while taking both drugs at the same time . Good luck .

Question 7

how long does it take to recover from bennett's thumb fracture?

Accepted Answer

8 weeks: The fracture heals by 8 weeks but you will notice improvement up to one year.

Question 8

how can you fix a broken thumb?

Accepted Answer

Many ways: It depends on the type of thumb fracture that you have. Some require immobilization only, others are best served with fixation with pins or plates and screws. If you have a thumb fracture, please see an orthopedic surgeon for an exam and x-rays to make sure your fracture is treated appropriately.

Question 9

how can you tape a broken thumb?

Accepted Answer

Difficult: Certain finger and toe fractures can be treated with taping. The taping is usually done from one finger to the next. This cannot be done with the thumb as there is no finger next to it. Thumb fractures are best treated in the splint or cast.

Question 10

what does a broken thumb feel like?

Accepted Answer

Painful: Broke bones in the fingers/thumb are usually swollen and painful.

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