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Is Wrist Pain After An Injury Normal?
I broke my wrist 9/1/11. I had a cast on for four weeks. I have terrible pain in my wrist, and sometimes up to my elbow. Is this normal. I have trouble with fine motor now. I wore a soft brace for a short while after the cast came off to try and help with the pain. I have an appointment to go back in two weeks, should I keep it or is this normal. If it is normal what can I do to strengthen my wrist?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
After the cast is removed, it's normal for the wrist to be stiff for 1 to 2 months.
It I still be advised to wear a soft wrist splint at night for 1 to 2 weeks after the cast is removed to stabilize the wrist.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
After the cast is removed, it's normal for the wrist to be stiff for 1 to 2 months.
It I still be advised to wear a soft wrist splint at night for 1 to 2 weeks after the cast is removed to stabilize the wrist.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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