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Hi there, i think i might have sprained my wrist but don't think it's so severe that i need to visit a doctor for it. could you advise on self-care and medication to relief pain? it's pretty tender (can't swing my hand up or down, nor left or right)

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Sprain: Treatment for sprains consists of resting the joint, cold applications, elevation when sitting or supine. Taking an anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen and applying a brace or ACE wrapping may also help.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Hi there, i think i might have sprained my wrist but don't think it's so severe that i need to visit a doctor for it. could you advise on self-care and medication to relief pain? it's pretty tender (can't swing my hand up or down, nor left or right)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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