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After a sprained wrist, how long will it take to return to gardening?

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Dr. Daniel Mass answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

3-6 weeks: If you had a minor stretch of the wrist you can garden in a splint and be out of the splint in 3-6 weeks. If you have a greater injury you might need surgery first. See a hand surgeon.

Answered 7/17/2012

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