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What differences arise in life of the person before and after the wrist fracture. i'm very worried about this bcz i'm so young now only 22 years old.
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Wrist fracture: It depends on the type of the wrist fracture. In most uncomplicated wrist fractures, no consequences are seen. Some smaller bones of the wrist (carpal bones) may have poorer blood supply than others and may have troubles healing on their own. Rarely, a surgical intervention may be needed. Again, it depends on the type and location of the fracture.
Answered 2/28/2014
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Arthritis stiffness: More complex fractures carry the risk of stiffness, arthritis, loss of function and pain. It really depends upon type of fracture and how it healed.
Answered 3/2/2014
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