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How can you heal a fractured hand?

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Depends: There are different bones in the hand. The proper treatment depends on the location of the fracture, which bone is fractured, the displacement or angulation or rotation of the fractured bone. Treatment options include buddy taping, splinting, casting, surgery.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Todd Guyette answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Splints, occ surgery: The location and character of the fracture makes a big difference on how hand fractures are treated. Treatment ranges from protected rom, to splints or casts, or even surgery.

Answered 12/9/2013

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