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Can you damage your wrist by wrapping it too much when trying to heal a wrist injury?
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Maybe : Swelling is a response from injury. Wrapping a tight ace wrap can restrict blood flow and reduce healing time. Try ice first.
Answered 7/14/2012
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Yes: You are wrapping rather than getting the wrist problem appropriately diagnosed. The can lead to arthritis.
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