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What some arm workouts i can do while my broken hand is in a cast?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Best avoid: No workout unless u get go ahead from your orthopedist.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 2/25/2012

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Nothing: I would recommend not trying to exercise your broken hand and let it heal. If you are a gym rat and want to continue your cardio and lower extremity workout, that would be ok.

Answered 9/25/2015

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