4th Metacarpal Shaft fracture

2022-08-19 22:23:18
Hello Sir/Mam I had an small accident and 4th metacarpal was fractured, and it's just in position, doctor said, no need surgery. So i had plaster of Paris on my left hand from 5weeks, i was able to move my fingers freely but sometimes i feel pain at affected area its like pinching/cramping don't know why?? And my splint got loosed from 3rd week is that okay or there will be any effect on affected area?? How many more days i have to wear this splint x-rays are looking same as first one Give me some suggestions please, Thanks in advance :)
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Start physiotherapy

Answered2022-08-23 14:17:50

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Now remove the splint n start active finger movement

Answered2022-08-21 05:18:14

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Surgery is best for such injuries at your age
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Will take a long time to heal.

Answered2022-08-20 05:32:32

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Your treating doctor has given you best treatment follow advice or Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder Sharma 42 years expertise Senior ortho neuro spine joint replace surgeon (retd chandigarh Govt Multispeciality Hospital ) now at —— Sarhind Orthopaedic Multispeciality medical centre Sco 23 Sector 33 d Chandigarh Tks

Answered2022-08-20 00:30:12

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Now that it is 5 weeks don't do anything for now. Remove cast at the end of 6th week and start supervised physio and Occupational therapy to regain hand function. Usually surgical fixation is the best option for this fracture in your age group.

Answered2022-08-20 06:08:18

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