Question 1

is it okay for my fingernails to grow more slowly on my broken hand?

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If it weren't: There wouldn't be much you could do.

Question 2

what to do about a broken hand?

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Broken hand : First get a specific diagnosis , i.e. Fracture of the ___________. Then find out how it needs to be treated, ioe a cast, splint, surgery, pins, plates scows, or can it just be observed? X-rays help woth diagnosis and to make treatment decisions. Don't wait as often what happens in the first few weeks make s a huge diffenrece in how long it takes to feel better and what the options are for treating.

Question 3

how can you treat a broken hand?

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Depends on fracture: Depends on fracture. Treatment can be anywhere from taping; to closed reduction and putting in a splint; to surgery with internal fixation. The treatment options should be discussed with your surgeon. And fyi, there are orthopedic surgeons who just do hand surgery if you are looking for an appropriate physician for consultation and treatment.

Question 4

what would a broken hand look like?

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Movies are wrong: Hands can not stand up to punching things, unprotected!
pain, swelling, bruising, new angles. Get to your doc. These are your most valuable tools in your tool box. Waiting worsens outcome.

Question 5

how to exercise with a broken hand?

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Aerobic exercise: I assume you have at least had a preliminary evaluation of your hand.  You should not use any equipment that requires gripping with your hands for the moment, but you may still walk briskly for exercise.  You should consult with a hand specialist (generally an orthopedic or plastic surgeon with specialty training in hand surgery) to understand when you may use your hand normally.

Question 6

how do i know if i have a broken hand?

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X-ray: You can only tell if you have a true fracture with an x-ray. You need to see your doctor.

Question 7

how is child with broken hand treated?

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Depends: Thorough exam to make sure no nerves/arteries are involved.  Pain medications.  Clean up and suture if necessary, any open lacerations.  Splint the acute injury.  See orthopedic surgeon for definitive eval and cast if necessary.

Question 8

what should i do to address a broken hand?

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See a hand surgeon.: Assuming you have already had an x-ray of your hand, the next step is to see an orthopaedic hand surgeon for further evaluation. Non-displaced fractures usually need immobilization, where as displaced fractures may need surgery. Hand fractures usually take about 6 weeks to heal. Therapy is often needed to improve range of motion and strength after treatment.

Question 9

how can you check for a broken hand?

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X-ray: Clinical exam first then confirm finer details with an x-ray or ct scan.

Question 10

how do you splint a broken hand?

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It depends: Splinting of the hand is a lot more complex than you might imagine. Different fractures require different types of splinting. Some fractures require surgery. If you splint a particular fracture in the wrong manner it can actually make the deformity worse.  It is best to see a hand surgeon to determine the best type of splinting necessary.

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