Question 1

is prilosec usually prescribed for a wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

Usually not.: Sometimes patients with wrist fractures are given pain medications that can cause an upset stomach. Medications that decrease stomach acid may occasionally be given, and these include prilosec.

Question 2

how can i prevent wrist injury if thin boned and 65?

Accepted Answer

Avoid falling: Sounds silly, but this may be the most important thing you can do.  Make your house safe and eliminate slip, trip and fall hazards.  Have a bone density checked to see if you would benefit from calcium and/or vit d replacement.

Question 3

what should i do next to heal my wrist injury after getting a cast?

Accepted Answer

Cast -> splint ....: Changes are that when your cast is removed you will be put in a removable splint for a little while to allow you an opportunity to regain full motion and strength with some protection during higher risk activites. Depending on your injury you may also be asked to attend occupational or physical therapy for help with stretching and strengthing.

Question 4

how can i take care of a pinched nerve from a snowboard wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

Depends: First of all, which nerve? Does it hurt or create motor problem? Ultrasound examination, MRI and EMG help to assess the magnitude of damage. Treatment may be conservative or surgical.

Question 5

i have a bad wrist injury from falling a couple days ago and smashing it accidentally on ice. it damaged my whole arm. help?

Accepted Answer

Get an exam: Falls onto your arm can damage several structures. Bones can be fractured... Good x-rays can diagnose those. In addition, ligaments can get sprained or torn. Seeing a good physician and having a through exam and diagnostics is appropriate.  Missed hand injuries like scaphoid fractures, hammate fractures and torn sl ligaments can lead to long term complications if not diagnosed and treated early.

Question 6

how to tell if i have a wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This is one of those problems where a visit to your doctor is necessary to figure out what's going on.  Only after a thorough evaluation, including examination and possibly labs and other tests, can your doctor correctly diagnose you and treat you effectively.

Question 7

what's the fastest way to heal a wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

Depends on injury.: If it's a simple sprain, you should be fully functional in 10-14 days with complete resolution of symptoms in 4-6 weeks. A fracture can take longer, and some soft tissue overuse injuries can have an even longer course. Rest, stabilization of the injury, gentle range of motion when you can tolerate without worsening pain, and pain medicines as needed can help you feel better soonest.

Question 8

what is the quickest way to heal a wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Speed of recovery depends on the type and severity of the injury.  For example, a mild wrist sprain can be treated with a few days rest, activity modification, anti-inflammatory medication, and temporary splinting as needed.  More severe injuries, such as a wrist fracture or ligament injury may require closed treatment casting or surgery if indicated.  Consult your doctor for further evaluation.

Question 9

how to deal with wrist injury for  tennis ?

Accepted Answer

RICE: A good treatment for many musculoskeletal injuries is the rice protocol: rest, immobilize, cold, elevate. Don't use it, keep it still (splints help this), ice it and keep it elevated. If it doesn't get better, it's better to take a wrist injury to the doctor sooner rather than later to prevent complications. There are lots of ways to fracture a wrist that might not be apparent without an exam.

Question 10

what are some methods of healing a wrist injury?

Accepted Answer

Immobilisation: Splinting after restoring proper alignment.

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