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Son fell on wrist out tree stand he can move it but it's starting to bruise n hurt should i get it x-ray ?
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Ice the wrist: And if still hurting tomorrow see your doctor to see if an x-ray is needed.
Answered 3/4/2014
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I would: Bruising is a signal there is bleeding from somewhere & it might be a cracked or broken bone. There bones in the wrist than can break without dramatic trauma & not be easily found by x-ray. If a break is there & not treated appropriately it may cause limitations to mobility later. I would chill it for now & keep it elevated above the heart. Have it seen in the next day or two.
Answered 8/5/2017
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