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Is it possible have broke/fractured your 5th medicarpal and still move ur hand?
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X-ray to be sure: Yes this is possible. Unless there is an obvious deformity you may not be able to tell the difference with the naked eye if there is a fracture. Have an xray to be sure.
Answered 12/10/2013
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