Crepe bandage after plaster cast ?

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Hello, I had an accident 41 days back in which I had a fracture in my right MT 1,2,3 ,ankle, knee and right wrist. I had a plaster n support for 40 days which is removed yesterday and my foot and wrist is put on crepe bandage. My questions: 1. Shall I remove the crepe bandage before sleeping? What if I twist something 2. How is crepe bandage helping? 3. For how many hours I can keep it off in day like while bathing ?

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Dr. Dewangan Sunil Joint Replacement Surgeon 23 yrs exp Raipur Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Dewangan Sunil

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Keep is as maximum possible except during rest As it help to reduce swelling and pain

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