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Should i get a cast for a hairline fracture?

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Cast or splint: Need for hairline fracture. It will reduce the pain and prevent the fracture from getting worse.

Answered 11/29/2012

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Cast or splint: A splitn lets you take it off and wash but complicance is often an issue even with the best intentions and it may take longer to heal. While annoying at times a cast may work faster initially. Ten weeks down the line no difference, just your experience in getting there.

Answered 4/11/2018

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