Question 1

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 2

can someone tell me how long will a broken wrist take to heal?

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4-8 weeks as : There is a wide range from a nondisplaced hairline fracture to a severely fragmented fracture . When fractures are fixed operatively we also will often get the wrist out of a cast sooner .  Much depends upon the severity of the injury.

Question 3

how can you heal a broken wrist?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize: This is a strange question.  Are you sure that it is broken?  Fractures involving the wrist can be complicated and lead to permanent pain and disability so it is imperative that you seek proper evaluation and treatment.  In other words, go see your family doctor or a hand specialist without delay!

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

how long will it take for a broken wrist to heal?

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Depends: Depends on the bones bronke, the extent of the break the nature of the break and the treatment you have recieved and any delay you had in treatment or diagnosis.  If it is a navicular bone fracture, there can be difficulties.  If there was a dislocation, that can cause problems as well.  Make sure you have good follow up with an orthopedist or someone skilled in treatment of these fractures.

Question 6

how long does it take for a broken wrist to heal?

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8 wks: Depends bone biologically heals 6-8 weeks if all goes well. However the xray and physical exam will determine healing.

Question 7

please tell me, could a broken wrist heal in 3 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Wrist fractures : Generally take 6-8 weeks to heal meaning the fracture line is &quot;gone&quot; however a hairline fracture in a healthy adult may feel &quot;healed@ ie pain free and be suitable for part time splinting after 3 weeks depending  upon the circumstances . Children&#x27;s fractures are different  as kids heal faster and buckle fractures are technically stable . Still most buckle fractured are more comfortable casted.

Question 8

how long does it take a broken wrist to heal completely?

Accepted Answer

About six weeks: Most distal radius fractures are headed enough to use after six weeks. Complete healing includes remodeling will take a year.

Question 9

how long does it take for a typical broken wrist to heal?

Accepted Answer

6-8 weeks: Most wrist fractures will heal in 6-8 weeks.

Question 10

how long is it supposed to it take a broken wrist to heal?

Accepted Answer

6 weeks: Typically it takes 6-12 weeks for the bone to heal.  It depends on your overall health.  If the wrist is immobilized in a cast it may be stiff for a month or so and may require therapy to regain full function.

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