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Non-displaced triquetrum chip fracture - left wrist - 4 weeks casted. some soreness after activity rested 2 weeks. soreness after activity normal?

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

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Yes: Reactive swelling and discomfort in this time frame are perfectly normal.

Dr Cordero agreed

Answered 4/10/2014

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A member asked:

Non-displaced triquetrum chip fracture - left wrist - 4 weeks casted. some soreness after activity rested 2 weeks. soreness after activity normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Brown answered

Dr Cordero agreed

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