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Wrist dorsal capsular sprain been 9 weeks was healing but pain got worse now kept it on splint for first 5 weeks but then took it off and used hand. help?

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Patience: It can take up to six months for dorsal wrist pain to resolve after a dorsal capsuloligamentous injury. If recurrent pain persists, or increases, see ur hand surgeon for repeat exam ; possible x-rays. Otherwise, use a removable splint as needed for support/protection; prn ice/heat ; nsaids.

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Answered 8/27/2017

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