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Possible hand fracture. what can i do to treat the fracture?
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Splint and body tape: If you think you have fracture the best thing to do to splint for week or two and if it is the finger do body tapping. Of course you are going to see your doctor soon.
Answered 11/27/2012
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Hand fracture: Rest, elevate, ice, splint, get x-ray & exam with pcp or orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 11/27/2012
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Hand fracture: Depends. Usually just buddy taping/splinting. More significant fractures may need surgery.
Answered 11/27/2012
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Hand fracture: Check with doc, get x-ray and exam, see orthopedic surgeon if fractured. Keep protected with elevation, ice. Wrap or splint til seen.
Answered 11/27/2012
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