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I plan to see a doctor soon but how should i wrap a hand injury until then?
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Type of injury?: Need to see hand surgeon or your pcp asap. You have the potential to worsen the injury or problem with an incorrect wrap or method of immobilization.
Answered 11/28/2017
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