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A broken wrist usually causes immediate pain, tenderness, bruising, and swelling. In many cases, the wrist hangs in an odd or bent way (deformity). In very severe fractures, the nerve(s) to the hand can be affected by the injury, resulting in numbness in the fingers.
- Distal Radius Fractures
The radius is the larger of the two bones in the forearm....
- Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become...
- Distal Radius Fractures
A broken wrist, or wrist fracture, is a common injury that can affect any of the 10 bones that make up your forearm and wrist. The radius is most often affected. Falls on an outstretched hand are the most common cause of a broken wrist.
29 cze 2022 · Restricting the movement of a broken bone in your wrist is critical to proper healing. To do this, you'll likely need a splint or a cast. You'll be advised to keep your hand above heart level as much as possible to reduce swelling and pain.
When the radius breaks near the wrist, it is called a distal radius fracture. The break usually happens due to falling on an outstretched or flexed hand. It can also happen in a car accident, a bike accident, a skiing accident or another sports activity.
Advice for patients with a broken wrist who are in a cast. This information leaflet has been given to you to provide some useful advice while your wrist is immobilised in a cast.
29 mar 2022 · Symptoms. X-ray examples. Treatment. Recovery time. Recovery tips. Physical therapy. Complications. FAQs. Takeaway. A broken wrist is a common injury. Having a broken wrist can mean a...
The distal radius (wrist) is one of the most common bones to break. The distal (lower end) of your forearm makes up part of the wrist. There are several smaller bones that make up the other parts of the wrist but these break less often. Muscles in your upper arm and forearm help you move your elbow, wrist, and hand.
