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A member asked:

Would you suggest doing physiotherapy after a hand fracture?

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Not just after Fx: Let the bone heal for 4 to 6 weeks then you will need pt until full function.

Answered 9/14/2012

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Hand fracture: May be helpful if your hand is stiff.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/18/2013

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