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Is 7 weeks too long for a grade 1 thumb sprain even if i didn't ice it at first?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

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See your PCP: for evaluation, imaging and referral. 7 weeks is too long. If this ligament injury is not diagnosed and treated properly, it may lead to chronic instability, weakness, and ultimately arthritis and more unnecessary aggravations.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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