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A member asked:
If there was a hairline fracture in wrist. would i get a cast a splint or nothing. it's on the side of my pinky
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Will get right one: First you need to see your MD get X-ray If nothing you get nothing , if there is a fracture depending what type it is , some times a small fragment is in the joint you may need even open reduction to prevent future arthritis of joint , let orthopedist decide , seek medical help , it is free in UK you are lucky .
Answered 6/4/2017
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