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I have a broken scaphoid it's been broken for 4 weeks, it doesn't hurt much but every now and then it has some pain is this normal?

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Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

2 types: Scaphoid fractures that are closer to the thumb usually heal in a matter of weeks with proper protection your arm and hand in a cast. If the scaphoid is broken in the middle of the bone (waist) or closer to the forearm (proximal pole), healing is more difficult the cast will probably include the thumb. It may extend above the elbow, as well.broken at the waist or proximal pole, may need surgery - as screws and Protection:Avoid heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or throwing with the injured arm, do not participate in contact sports, do not climb ladders or trees, Avoid activities with a risk of falling onto hand (for example, inline skating, jumping on a trampoline)

Answered 6/1/2015

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Specializes in Surgery

See hand surgeon: broken scaphoid may heal nicely, but some might end up with avascular necrosis, and end up with long term pain. see a hand surgeon to determined that yours is not one of these fractures usually it take 4-6 weeks for this kind of fracture to heal. if pain persisted beyond that ,then something is wrong.

Answered 6/1/2015

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