Question 1

what can cause tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: nerve damage,nerve compression,swelling, bruising, tight casts. too many causes/ discuss with dr. treating fx.

Question 2

what can i do about tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

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Tingling finger: If this is a new finding since treatment, you should speak with your surgeon immediately.  If this occurred some time ago, namely at the same time as injury, your surgeon will be able to give you a timeframe for recovery.  Elevation for swelling, proper nutrition, and patience will likely be important.

Question 3

i had an x-ray of wrist, elbow and forearm 9 days after injury and no evidence of fracture. i have tingling numbness and swelling in fingers and can move them but not bend or grasp fully without pain. could it be a hand fracture or a sress fracture?

Accepted Answer

: By 9 days after an injury any bone fracture would be more evident on x-rays from early changes at the fracture site. The symptoms sound more like nerve entrapment/dysfunction and soft tissue injury. A re-visit or visit with a sports medicine or orthopedic doc would be my next move.

Question 4

my hand and wrist hurts when i apply pressure and sometimes feel tingling in fingers. i did fracture it years ago but was left untreated. could this b?

Accepted Answer

See details: See an orthopedist and have the issue evaluated.  The tingling is likely related to median nerve compression (carpal tunnel syndrome).

Question 5

hand fracture 2weeks ago(4th metatarsal closed initial).er ortho put a splint 2 wear 4-6 week.i went 2 a walkin clinic 4 swelling.my finger is crooked

Accepted Answer

ORTHO HAND DOC: You need an ortho hand doctor consult. Repeat X-rays and discussion of treatment options Ie hand cast vs surgery

Question 6

had wrist fracture.  had surgery. now have numbness and tingling in fingers. emg showed nerve damage. need follow up surgery.  is this correct?

Accepted Answer

Probably: It is not uncommon to develop carpal tunnel syndrome after a wrist fracture.  If this is not addressed at the time of the initial surgery and continues, it may require release.  If your nerve was normal before the surgery and working fine and after the surgery has ceased working, then it still could be cts but it also could be an iatrogenic nerve injury.

Question 7

hi.i broke my hand and pinky finger just over two weeks ago it was an open fracture i had it bandaged/taped up, its off now but my pinky is stiff?

Accepted Answer

Finger stiffness: The hand/fingers stiffen very quickly after fracture.  Particularly after immobilization.  Early rom is a good remedy but you have to make sure the fracture is stable first.

Question 8

if i have an acute fracture in my index finger and a broken hand will i have a cast or splint?

Accepted Answer

Broken hand: If you have a broken hand you will probably be casted

Question 9

weird finger tingling. right hand. type a lot?

Accepted Answer

Maybe carpal tunnel: While you may have carpal tunnel syndrome it has been shown that typing in not the cause.

Question 10

what could cause intermittent tingling in fingers of left hand? no other symptoms.

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: This is likely a carpal tunnel syndrome. Splinting the wrist at night is often an effective treatment. Have it evaluated if it persists.

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What can cause tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

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What can i do about tingling in finger/hand after arm fracture?

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I had an x-ray of wrist, elbow and forearm 9 days after injury and no evidence of fracture. i have tingling numbness and swelling in fingers and can move them but not bend or grasp fully without pain. could it be a hand fracture or a sress fracture?

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My hand and wrist hurts when i apply pressure and sometimes feel tingling in fingers. i did fracture it years ago but was left untreated. could this b?

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Hand fracture 2weeks ago(4th metatarsal closed initial).er ortho put a splint 2 wear 4-6 week.i went 2 a walkin clinic 4 swelling.my finger is crooked

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Had wrist fracture. had surgery. now have numbness and tingling in fingers. emg showed nerve damage. need follow up surgery. is this correct?

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Hi.i broke my hand and pinky finger just over two weeks ago it was an open fracture i had it bandaged/taped up, its off now but my pinky is stiff?

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If i have an acute fracture in my index finger and a broken hand will i have a cast or splint?

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Weird finger tingling. right hand. type a lot?

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What could cause intermittent tingling in fingers of left hand? no other symptoms.

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