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Sleeping position for Hairline fracture
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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Dr. Mayank Daral
Orthopedist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
You can sleep on your side or on your back even when a cast is applied for a hairline fracture as long as the injured limb is well supported and not bearing pressure. The most important thing is to keep the limb elevated on pillows, especially in the first few weeks, to reduce swelling. Sleeping position itself does not affect bone healing, but avoiding pressure, twisting, or dangling of the cast does choose the position in which you are most comfortable while ensuring the cast is protected and supported
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Where is fracture.?
No Sleeping position hamper fracture healing, Just Avoid to Put pressure
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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