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How long after breaking my wrist (both bones of


Sent to Health Experts October 15, 2006 12:05 p.m.
How long after breaking my wrist (both bones of forearm) should the swelling in my fingers go down (it's splinted) and when can I do some light cardio ( walking, stationary bike?) I broke it 10/10
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ice, elevation, ibupropen
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October 15, 2006 12:15 p.m. (9 minutes and 32 seconds later) 		REPLIED Check Mark
It may take many months for it to go down. Walking will add to the swelling. Stationary bike is a bit easier on the wrist but it would be good if you put a pillow under the wrist while using the stationary bike, followed by immediate elevation for 30 minutes and ice.

You have to remember this about elevation: your body part (in this case the wrist) has to be higher than the level of your heart for the reduction of swelling to be optimal.

When the doctor gives you the go ahead (usually in 6-8 weeks after injury), you should have physical therapy to your hand and wrist. It will help keep the ligaments and tendons from contracting and help stave off osteoarthritis and calcification of the joint. After a round of P.T., give it a rest and then go back in 6 months to a year for a little more.

Hope this helps!

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Sent October 15, 2006 2:40 p.m. (2 hours and 24 minutes later)
OK. But when is it OK to start cardio (statioanary bike), assuming I keep the wrist elevated during and after? I ordinarly work out a lot and the inactivity is driving me crazy.
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October 15, 2006 2:55 p.m. (15 minutes and 5 seconds later) 		ACCEPTED Check Mark
You can start now, but only a little at a time (can't go for an hour) and work your way up as the swelling goes down.

Hands cannot be down at all. Your hand must be on a pillow and relaxed. Keep hand at shoulder level if you can do that.

Hope this helps!

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