Right thumb hair line facture

2018-02-14 13:27:33
I got hair line facture on my right thumb, doctor checked the x Ray and  suggested pain killer for 10 days and a thumb splint for 3 weeks. As of now I am sending my current thumb position in the picture. Cricket ball got hit on my thumb (palm side) on February 3rd. As of now in the picture you can see inflammation. I cannot fold my thumb completely. Please advice me to cure something in a week. Your advice would  helpful and highly appreciated. Thanks
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Physiotherapy wil help u to reduce the inglamation and improve fracture calcification process...
Next Steps
consult to physiotherapist
Health Tips
take moist heat hot pack

Answered2018-02-15 09:26:06

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You should immobilise the thumb for not less than 4 weeks. As bone takes minimum 4 weeks for union.
Next Steps
Continue splint for a week or two.
Health Tips
Medications like Enzomac will be helpful. Start bending after a week or two.

Answered2018-02-14 13:31:01

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