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
2.8k views
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
2.8k views
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question