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I landed on my hands while goalkeeping. it felt as if my wrist was sprained & was painful for a few days. however, the sprain never fully healed. my wrist hurts when i put weight on it, particularly when it's bent backwards. what could be the issue?

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Dr. Steven Brown answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Ligament tear?: Hyperextension injury with axial force driven into the wrist can result in a ligament injury or possible scaphoid fracture. Seek care with hand surgeon

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Answered 2/23/2018

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A member asked:

I landed on my hands while goalkeeping. it felt as if my wrist was sprained & was painful for a few days. however, the sprain never fully healed. my wrist hurts when i put weight on it, particularly when it's bent backwards. what could be the issue?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Brown answered

Dr Hegab and 11 doctors agreed

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