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Can hairline fracture heal on its own?
Hello, I am a 16 year old guy. Yesterday I fell from the roof and my wrist has swollen up from the impact. I am 100% sure it’s a hairline fracture but I don’t want to eat medicines for get a plaster. Can hairline fracture heal on its own? What do I need to do to help the healing?
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Please get an x-ray done however sure u may be.. Depending upon the x-ray treatment can be decided. Fracture will heal on its own u don't need to do anything other than give it support. But for it to heal in correct position u shd go see orthopedic surgeon.
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