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My daughter is 9 and has a buckle fracture on her wrist will she need a cast or a splint ?
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Yes: Yes, she will need a visit with the orthopedist and a cast for a few weeks.
Answered 1/31/2016
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Depends: Most do will with a supportive forearm splint x 3 wks but this is something your pcp must decide after a hands on exam. If they find the buckle fracture atypical or have other concerns they may send you to an orthopedist for his/her input on rx.
Answered 5/2/2016
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