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Was in accident n xray showed a fracture in left arm/hand and a backslab used. er dr said i can take off cast myself in 2 weeks? is this a good idea and can a fracture heal in that time?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Check again: Even a non-displaced FRACTURE takes 4-6 weeks to heal completely! Maybe the doctor meant you can remove it for periods of time when you are doing NOTHING with the arm/hand.. BTW always follow-up ER visits with your GP (family physiian) is a follow up has not been arranged by the ER doctor!!!!!!! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 10/1/2018

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A member asked:

Was in accident n xray showed a fracture in left arm/hand and a backslab used. er dr said i can take off cast myself in 2 weeks? is this a good idea and can a fracture heal in that time?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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