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Finger fracture recovery time? 3 weeks? 6 weeks?
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3-6 weeks 4 healing: Finger fractures will usually heal in 3-6 weeks, but are stiff after immobilization. Therapy is often needed to restore range of motion and function.
Answered 7/17/2012
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