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How long until a sprained hand is healed?i can move it,but it's still limited.only using synthetic elastic joint tape.is the tape a wise thing to use?
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Variable: generally 4-6wks. taping digits together is a good way to splint a joint. must work on motion. sometimes swelling takes alot longer to improve
Answered 6/12/2015
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Up to 9 months: Hands don't get sprained, joints do. From personal experience spraining joints it can take up to 9 months for every last bit of pain to disappear,
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