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Wrist fracture

2017-09-24 17:14:47
I got surgery for left hand wrist... 6 weeks back.. am able to move my wrist down but not upwards
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The reason behind less movement is post surgical stiffness for the same you need to undergo Physiotherapy and wrist mobilization from a qualified Physiotherapist.

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Post surgical stiffness  will be there
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consult near by physiotherapist
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exercise

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