A non-displaced scaphoid fracture still requires strict immobilization, because this bone has poor blood supply and a high risk of delayed healing or non-union if movement continues. A proper thumb-spica cast (POP) is the gold standard, but if plaster is not tolerable due to discomfort or anxiety, a rigid thumb-spica brace worn 24/7 without removal is the next best alternativeâthis must be taken very seriously. Pain alone does not mean the fracture is stable; early comfort can be misleading. Regular follow-up with repeat X-rays or CT at 6â8 weeks is essential to confirm healing. If immobilization is inadequate, the fracture may fail to unite and later require surgery, so protection now is critical despite the discomfort.
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