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Boxer's Fracture
I had a boxer fracture..it was not major but there was a slight crack on the 5th metacarpal bone and it's been like 10 days now
The swelling is reduced almost and I can make a most of the movement ..but not all ..is it healed enough or should I wait longer
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Hi, share the x rays. Apply neighbour strapping. It will take 4 to six weeks for fracture healing. As long as no rotational deformity and acceptable angle it is fine. Consult orthopaedic doctor
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If there was a complete fracture then options are ball bandage for 6 weeks or k-wire fixation (preferred).
In incomplete fractures, even a slab for 4-6 weeks is sufficient .
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10 days is very less time for a fracture to heal..
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⢠Contrast bath---It is a form of treatment where a limb or the entire body is immersed in warm water followed by the immediate immersion of the limb or body in ice water. This procedure is repeated several times, alternating hot and cold. Note that the treatment should always end in the ice water, as heat will induce the body's inflammatory response, while cold helps to decrease inflammation.
⢠Gentle Stretching of Hand Muscles.
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