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I accidentally hit my hand on the wall and now i can't make a fist. what should i do?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clayton Peimer answered

See a doctor: It's possible you have a hand bone/knuckle fracture. You need an exam and probably need x-rays to make a diagnosis. Try to avoid fights with walls, doors and tables.

Dr Bouvier and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/16/2014

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Dr. Otto Placik answered

Go to the ER: I would advise going to the er and obtaining an evaluation including an x-ray.

Dr Bouvier agreed

Answered 9/25/2012

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A member asked:

I accidentally hit my hand on the wall and now i can't make a fist. what should i do?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clayton Peimer answered

Dr Bouvier and another doctor agreed

Dr. Otto Placik answered

Dr Bouvier agreed

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