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2 nd metacarpal fracture
I had right hand 2nd metacarpal shafts oblique undisplaced fracture complete.
It was 3 weeks back,still have a slab.
I am moving my fingers.
Will I be able to totally resume my function.
What I should do.
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It is possible to resume your hand function.
You should start mobilization exercises with proper guidance.
You have to remove the slab and start hand and finger strengthening exercises.
You may get pain while mobilising you can use hot water fomentation or wax therapy to get pain relief.
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You need to consult a Physiotherapist for mobilization exercises and strengthening exercises either in person or through video call as early as possible.
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Continue do your fingers movement,
After removing slab start the physiotherapy treatment by qualified physiotherapist
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Yes can resume all functions
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online physiotherapy consultation
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Sorry to say as you are still have a slab, just do active finger movements as u can go through.. later post slab phase start with moist heat and ice dual contrast bath and passive post stiffness movement and physical therapy need to be developed slowly with as time goes on.
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Consult with your physiotherapy doctor
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
You need to start doing exercises for hand and fingers under physiotherapist supervision.
Need to start doing mobilization of hand and fingers.
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consult online with practo app for detail information.
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Dr. Senthil Kamalasekaran
Sports Medicine Surgeon
29 yrs exp
Chennai
At 3 weeks your fracture should be sticky.
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Remove the slab and start hand PHYSIO . If pain persists take anti inflammatory medications and continue movements.
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Dr. Prachi Shah (PT)
Physiotherapist
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Mumbai
Yes .slab is for 6 weeks
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