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Is it safe to wrap my wrist 4 weeks after a "mild salter-harris fracture displacement" to play football?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

I do not think that is a good idea.

Answered 10/7/2022

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No. At 4 weeks you do not have adequate healing, and growth plate injuries can cause long term problems if growth plate damage/displacement occurs. You need to wait at least 6-8 weeks and resume play after proper release by your orthopedic doctor based on your X-ray and clinical exam.

Answered 10/8/2022

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