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What can i do to reduce bruising on the wrist after an elbow fracture?
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Bruising: Elevation of the exteremity, compression wrap and ice.
Answered 8/13/2012
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Elevation: Gravity takes the bruising downhill, so to speak, so elevation of the hand can help.
Answered 12/9/2013
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