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Right Thumb Tip Injury. Wearing Frog Splint. X-ray Shows Minor Fracture. Will Nail Grow Again?
hi am XXXXX, i had right thumb tip crushed while working in my bike chain sprockets system. after x-ray it has been a minor fracture due to compression and nail is almost hanging, will it grow again. now am wearing frog splint . its aching a lot. am i wearing it wrongly. its been fixed in the palm side....pls advice sir and madam
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Right Thumb Tip Injury. Wearing Frog Splint. X-ray Shows Minor Fracture. Will Nail Grow Again?
Hi, I have studied your case with diligence If nail bed is intact nail will grow in 4 to 6 months time. You may need to take early physiotherapy to avoid stiffness. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.