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Radial head elbow fracture
I have elbow not dislocation fracture.
Done cast slab since 10 days
How much time it will take to Remove cast slab?
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Plaster cast is for 6-8wks.followed by physiotherapy.
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Dr. Kiran Reddy Chennuri
Orthopedic surgeon
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
The time it takes to remove the cast slab from your elbow fracture depends on the severity of the fracture and how well it is healing. Generally, the cast is removed after 4-6 weeks for a minor fracture, while more severe fractures may require a cast for up to 10-12 weeks. Your doctor will monitor your progress through periodic check-ups and X-rays to determine when it is safe to remove the cast. Therefore, it is recommended to follow the instructions given by your doctor and to attend all follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing of the fracture.
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Dr. Utkarsh Goyal
Orthopedist
13 yrs exp
Indore
Without X-ray… can’t say anything. Kindly consult
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Dr. Karri Venkatesh
Orthopedic surgeon
3 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Xray plzz
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Minimum 4 weeks..
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Dr. Abhishek Gol
Orthopedist
3 yrs exp
Rajkot
If you have radial head fracture then cast might require for 1.5 months
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Do consult your Orthopedic doctor for an X-ray before removing cast.
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