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I often punch walls, but today when i did it hurt more than usual, swelled up and went purple almost immediately. how do i know if it is broken?
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Hand Pain: Alice, as you have seen walls are not always forgiving. When you are angry try punching a heavy bag like the boxers use with a little protection on your hands. Now as far as telling if it is broken you have to do an X-ray. No other way.
Answered 1/15/2015
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