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How soon after having pins removed from a broken 5th metacarpal can i start work? injury is my dominant hand. machine op and use both hands. 10 lbs
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Surgeon says?: Usually these questions are best answered by your surgeon.
Answered 9/25/2012
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Talk to your surgeon: Your surgeon should be able to give you clear guidelines on how soon you can advance your activity level. Your employer probably will not let you go back to work without written instructions from your doctor.
Answered 5/1/2015
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