A member asked:

Fractured hand n the hand doc gave me a steroid shot after 8 weeks of the initial injury after a few days it felt better i hit something n now it hurt?

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Have it checked if..: I have a rule I teach all primary doctors, patients, coaches and trainers: if an orthopedic injury is not 50% to 75% better in 7-10 days, then have a new work up with x-rays. In your case, if the pain is really terrible or if you see a deformity in your hand then don't wait 7 to 10 days, just go now. PS: steroid shots for fractures are not typical. Probably the shot treated soft tissue injury.

Answered 12/31/2014

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