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I Have A Problem Of Wrist Drop After A Fracture.

hello!! i underwent a surgery 2 weeks before for ma fracture for the right hand bov d elbow below d shoulder area.... but now i m having wrist drop problems.... can u suggest me few exercises...and how much time it may take 2 recover!! can i start writing within 3weeks from now !...as i gt my college... (i m wearing a SPLINT now!!) plz help me doctor!!
Tue, 6 Sep 2011
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Hi,Rakesh,
Thanks for query,
Recovery depends upon to how much extent the nerve is damaged.
If minor damage is thee within 3-4 weeks you may be alright but it takes time if more damage is there.
Go for physiotherapy daily and regularly.this will help most.
Ok and bye.
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I Have A Problem Of Wrist Drop After A Fracture.

Hi,Rakesh, Thanks for query, Recovery depends upon to how much extent the nerve is damaged. If minor damage is thee within 3-4 weeks you may be alright but it takes time if more damage is there. Go for physiotherapy daily and regularly.this will help most. Ok and bye.