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Wrist feels like it needs to crack. this is accompanied by minor/moderate pain. what is causing this?
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Hand Surgery Exam: You need to get a physical exam by a hand surgeon. Unknown location of your symptoms. Until you can go in and see your surgeon, try a wrist brace over the counter at a drug store and consider NSAIDs to manage your pain. Good luck.
Answered 2/18/2016
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