Question 1

what differences arise in life of the person before and after the wrist fracture. i'm very worried about this bcz i'm so young now only 22 years old.

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Wrist fracture: It depends on the type of the wrist fracture. In most uncomplicated wrist fractures, no consequences are seen. Some smaller bones of the wrist (carpal bones) may have poorer blood supply than others and may have troubles healing on their own. Rarely, a surgical intervention may be needed. Again, it depends on the type and location of the fracture.

Question 2

how to repair a broken wrist?

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Depends: An x-ray will allow your physician to determine whether your fracture can heal appropriately in a cast or if surgical intervention is needed. If you require surgery, typically a plate and screws are used to ensure anatomic alignment of the fracture. Hope this helps best of luck!

Question 3

what could you do with a broken wrist?

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Cast vs. surgery: Treatment will largerly depend on the location of the fracture and its complexity. Certain wrist bones must be surgically united, whereas other may be easily casted. Your orthopedic specialist should be able to explain what the best next step is.

Question 4

broken wrist how long typically to mend?

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Wrist: 4 to 6 week depending on the severity of the break

Question 5

when will a broken wrist typically heal?

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6 weeks: A wrist fracture (distal radius fracture) will generally heal in 6 weeks. The healing time can be longer, though, particularly in smokers.

Question 6

what exercice can do with a broken wrist?

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Doctor approved: While certain exercises are ok to do with a broken wrist it depends on the amount of swelling and stability of the fracture.  Only the treating doctor should approve.

Question 7

what are the pins like for a broken wrist?

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???????????????: Often pin (metal wires) are placed across a fracture.  This is usually done under some type of anesthetic.  Once placed, they usually don't cause much of a problem (even to take out).  The reaction around them subsides rather quickly and unless you bump them or traumatize them, you may not know they are present.  Check with your orthopedist.

Question 8

what can be done for pain in broken wrist?

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Ice: Pain meds.  Elevation of the extremity may help as well.

Question 9

when to return to work after broken wrist?

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Depends: on your occupation, your job requirements, if dominant wrist injured, severity of fracture, etc.  I would discuss with physician who  treated your wrist fracture.

Question 10

what is the recovery time for a broken wrist?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: The bone component of uncomplicated wrist fractures take an average of 6 weeks to heal.  But although the bone may be healed at that point, the stiffness/swelling/discomfort may persist up to one year.

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