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Metacarpal head minor fracture

2018-07-20 08:43:45
I have a minor metacarpal head fracture in the smallest finger of left hand. Its been six days the doctor said to use crepe bandage for 15 days. Do I have to keep the hand immobilised until then?
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You have a intrarticular fracture here...which definately needs immobilisation for 4-6weeks. If you move the fracture now, then it may lead to either malunion, non Union or secondary arthritis.

Answered2018-07-21 15:05:13

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u should have been given proper POP slab for at least 4 weeks as its not a "MINOR" fracture but a complete fracture.

Answered2018-07-20 12:26:57

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