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How long would it take an old woman to heal from a broken hand?
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An older person: Who is otherwise healthy heals fine. Average bone healing time is 6-8 weeks but a nondisplaced fracture may be allowed to move at a few weeks while a comminyed fracture may need longer.
Answered 9/28/2016
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