Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Right hand
I just want to ask i had a minor hairline crack for which i was plaster for 10 days..there is little swelling and slight pain nw how long will it take to return to normal hand movements
And shud i apply ice pack on it
Answers (5)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Kindly share the xrays.
Plaster cast should be for 3-6wks.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+130
Three weeks Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
You shoulde continue plaster for few more days.. it will be alright
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
In my opinion ten days is inadequate time for keeping the hand in plaster if there was a hairline fracture. I would like to have kept the plaster for 3 weeks and then clinical check for pain and tenderness along with X-ray at that time.
Seek an orthopedic opinion and reassess with fresh X-ray
Next Steps
You can continue to apply ice over the area
Health Tips
Avoid any strenuous activities with the injured hand
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Prathyusha Azari
Orthopedist
2 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Hello
For a fracture.. it'll take 4 weeks to 6 weeks for complete union of bone.untill then continue the plaster for 3 weeks..get repeat x-ray..and take opinion from your treating doctor..
Next Steps
ice pack application three times a day for swelling
limb elevation
make active finger movements
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.