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I had bike accident 10 days ago ,so doctor told me about one bone in my wrist is fracture, please tell which bone is fractured, is it scaphoid fracture? If yes then is it displaced or non displaced , and does my facture is hairline? How long it is take to heal , doctor recommended for 30 days plaster cast..

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Yes, it is a scaphoid bone fracture. Scaphoid fractures are known to be notoriously slow to heal and carry a relatively high risk of non-union. Immobilization with a cast or plaster may be required fo ...  Read More

I had a surgery in my radial head fracture last year november 20, 2017. they put titanium plate on it. after a few months the fixation failed, the fracture didnt heal. so last week i had an excision for my radial head. the problem is i still cant rotate my forearm 100%. i think i can only rotate it by 60%. is there a way i can rotate it back to nor

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Hi continue Active Physio which will improve range of motion. ...  Read More

I recently sustained an elbow injury and was diagnosed with a Mason Type 1 radial head fracture after an X-ray.An A/E slab applied to the elbow for immobilization. Could you please review the attached prescription?I am currently experiencing no pain.How long should I wear the A/E slab? is it necessary to keep the A/E slab for 3 weeks? Any suggestio

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Mason Type I radial head fractures are typically non-displaced and can often be managed conservatively. An above-elbow (A/E) slab is applied initially to reduce pain and allow the bone to start healin ...  Read More

I have fractured my right leg on the fibula,Normally how many days it will take to get cured of this type fracture

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3-6 wks ...  Read More

My left elbow and right ankle are fractured. It has been one and half months now. So which type of walker should I prefer?

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Hello there, Certain details are required before any type of stick or walker is recommended. What was the fracture type and site? What is the current healing condition? What is the pain threshhold? An ...  Read More

Kindly take a look at my tibia fracture (x-ray attached). Pls what type of fracture is this? And does it require surgery or I am god with just a cast. I've been wearing a cast for 4weeks now.

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It will unite within cast ...  Read More

*scaphoid bone fracture with non union of scaphoid viable proximal pole of scaphoid *SALTER HARRIS of distal radius type III fracture no avidence of mri finds AVN (one year old fracture)

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Improper report, kindly send proper details ...  Read More

My friend's index finger bone got a hairline fracture. The fracture is at the tip of the bone from where the finger starts. Is plaster necessary for these types of fractures or it can be healed automatically without plastering? (only by taking medicines for pain and swelling) Please let me know if any other information needed.

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Fixed the fingers by supporting finger splint ...  Read More

Salter Harris injury of distal radius type III fracture Fracture in waist of scaphoid with nonunion with viable of proximal pole of scaphoid 1 year old fracture 10 days back injury again

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So what is your query please ...  Read More

Dear Doctor, I Could you please tell me which type of doctor to be consulted for EAC fracture. As shown in Citi I have .5 mm displaced fracture. Will it heal on its own or need tretment?

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You should go to an ent surgeon. ...  Read More

I got a pimple type in my between gums and my front gums pains and it was also swollen but it's reducing lil

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Hello Pimple shown in image indicate underlying infection in your teeth and it may be sinus for pus draining, get confirmed with X-ray. If you have pain then get this medicine Tab. Augmentin 625 mg ...  Read More

I had fracture on 26 may at the base of 5th metatrasal it was slightly displaced and gap .now it's been 5 week since fracture and I am in fiberglass cast .I am worried if it's still required surgery later or not cause I opted for rest and cast instead of surgery will it heal properly or will cause refracture in future.

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Will need cast removal and fresh x ray to assess if it is healing. There can be chances that u may require surgery. Will depend on x ray ...  Read More

Hey , can anyone confirm about any fracture in the attached x ray pictures of my left ankle which I got twisted very badly while stepping down the stairs. Also kindly tell mainly about the medial malleolus region of my ankle. I have attached pictures from different angles for better analysis. Thank you so much for your time.

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No fracture ...  Read More

Hello, My mother (Age 61 yrs) has fracture plate in one leg ankle. Now fracture has healed. Is it reqiured to remove plate?

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If no problem, than no need to remove ...  Read More

Hello doctor from today morning I have tightness in my both temples and back of head like a tight band get of feeling and squeezing type of headache No Dizziness nothing just this type of headache What to do ?

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Stress and tension headaches commonly present with this squeezing band like headache. Sometimes this may be accompanied with stiffness in the back of the neck or even shoulders. ...  Read More

Patella fracture and xray is attached just wanted to know whether immobilization would heal the injury or there is need of surgery. No swelling no pain person can walk bent knee without pain can do straight leg up while sleeping.

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upper pole, lower pole and transverse patella fracture needs fixation by surgical method. Kindly consult any orthopaedics for the operative management. ...  Read More

I got a fracture in my second metatarsal bone of right leg I'm sharing x ray images after 15 days of fracture Is it healing and going good or do I require surgery to fix it How many days more it requires to fix or join

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No surgery It will heal with rest, medicine and plaster ...  Read More

Fracture in leg. Attaching ultrasound and xray report. Suggested a surgery. is it really needed. thanking in advance.

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Not really needed Plaster for 4 week with rest ...  Read More

Can you pls review my right leg foot X-ray and identify the fracture, I mean which type of fracture is this and how it will heal?

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Fracture base of the fifth (toe) metatarsal bone ...  Read More

I have recently got meta tarsal fracture on left leg and from few days i can feel every part of my left leg is pulsating and my fingers are automatically beating / moving , also near the foot and calf i can feel it is pulsating and my left eyelids also are blinking automatically , as before i mentioned that due to the painkiller a lump has been fo

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That is hyperalgesia. Your nerves are firing an alarm when it does not need to. ...  Read More

3 months ago fracture in my foot i keep plaster for 3 weeks but still pain when i walk please tell me treatment

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Do one more x ray now, then only we can talk about ur problem ...  Read More

Fell on outstretched hand after scooty slipped right hand elbow pained considerably..no pain on pressure only while rotating .. attached xray for reference

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There is radial head undisplaced hairline fracture in elbow. Conservative management only. Fracture will heal in 4-6 weeks. Till then use elbow brace (tynor or vissco company) for support. Pain kill ...  Read More

Please confirm whether the bone is displaced or not ? Is it a hairline fracture with undisplaced bone?

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Uts called chip fracture ...  Read More

When can I start walking if I have Lateral Malleolus fracture ? After 4 to 5 weeks can I walk? Because I have a marriage to attend in the 5th week so please suggest.

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Yes, you can walk after 4 week ...  Read More

I had a fracture of the 4th and 5th metatarsals of my right foot, treated with plaster for about 2 months. The cast was removed 1 month ago and the fracture is said to be healed. However, there is a visible bony bump on the foot with mild pain while walking and slight swelling, especially after prolonged walking. I would like to know if this is a n

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Share xray ...  Read More

Can we sleep on the side if the cast is applied for hairline fracture?or only on the back we need to sleep? Sleeping position impacts the healing process?

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No ...  Read More

Hi, I recently had a Bimalleolar fracture left ankle for which surgery was done with Plate and screws. I was prescribed Teriparatide injection 20mcg daily for 3 months. I was told it is prescribed mostly for accelerated bone healing in fracture cases. Is it safe to take this medicine considering my age? Is there any long term side effect? Should I

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Not really required at 32 year age ...  Read More

Based on my recent xray report wanted to confirm, whether the fracture has cured or still exist please help me

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Partially cure ...  Read More

Based on my recent xray report wanted to confirm, whether the fracture has cured or still exist. Please help me

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Share xray ...  Read More

Actually I had Comminuted fracture lateral condyle humerus with fracture capitulum: right (displaced) Procedure Performed:: ORIF with 3.5mm HCS (herbert screw) +2.7mm intraight locking plate all titanium General Anaesthesia on 27/06/2025 So currently after 5+ months my rom is flexion 125 and extension -30. I have undergoing physio session and almos

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No.. implant removal will not improve rom ...  Read More

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