Question 1

broken forearm or not? hanging crooked.

Accepted Answer

Be seen: Certainly would want to be seen and evaluated and likely have an X-ray to rule out a fracture or dislocation.

Question 2

possible broken forearm? what are signs?

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Pain and deformity: Forearm fractures are very painful, and they will be some deformity with them in the forearm.

Question 3

how painful is it to get a broken forearm?

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Very: Breaking your arm particularly if displaced with the ends moving is very painful until set or operated on.

Question 4

how can i know if i have a broken forearm or not?

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X-ray: A x-ray is the only way for sure to know if an arm is broken, but if your arm is acting like you a a joint between the elbow and wrist it is broken and needs treatment.

Question 5

how long to heal broken forearm so i can lift weights again?

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Weight lifting: When you fracture your bones the healing time depends on the type and degree of fracture you had. Ordianrilt bones take 4-6 weeks to heal. I would be careful about lifting heavy weights too prematurely!

Question 6

i think my child may have broken forearm. what would that mean?

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See a doctor: A fractured forearm means the bones in the forearm have broken.  This needs to be seen by a doctor.  An x-ray will be taken to evaluate the fracture to see if it is displaced.  If it is displaced it may need to be manipulated to get better alignment of the bones and usually will require a cast for anywhere from 2 - 6 weeks depending on the age of the child.  Occasionally fracures require surgery.

Question 7

fractures of both bones of the forearm?

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Most require ORIF: If the fractures are in the mid- shaft( mid forearm) this will require surgery( generally plating of both bones). If the fractures occurred near the wrist they can occasionally be treated non- operatively( casting). See an orthopedic surgeon. Best of luck!

Question 8

what are the treatments for forearm fractures?

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Depends: For a simple fracture (not requiring setting'), 1) a cast or a brace may be used.  More complex fractures may require 1) manipulative reduction ('setting of the fracture by manipulating it') and casting or 2) surgical reduction and fixation. Fixation may be performed by use of a) pins, ii) plates and screws, iii) rods, iv) external fixation.

Question 9

i'm starting to think i might have fractured my forearm, help?

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X-ray and medical: Evaluation are the way to rule out a fracture and to obtain proper treatment. Take care.

Question 10

is there an aftermath of broken forearm?

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Depends: It depends on the age group.  The forearm bones rotate around each other so alignment with forearm fracture is very important. Poorly aligned fractures can lead to motion loss. Young children can often be treated with casting and can tolerate some misalignment.  Adults typically need surgery for any displacement.

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