Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What To Do For Swelling In The Wrist Due To A Fall?
Fell backwards off a log and caught my weight of 170 lbs. on my left wrist. No black and blue or visible injury, very sore and swollen. tried cold compresses, and soaking in warm epsom salts. pain has subsided, but swelling of the upper hand is still on going. should there be anything else to do?
Mon, 1 Apr 2019
Hello,
As there will be a soft tissue injury and bony mal-alignment which happens after the weight bearing fall. Good that there is no fracture and only a soft tissue inflammation. This will subside in days to come. Continue hot water fermentation and use a compression bandage.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
As there will be a soft tissue injury and bony mal-alignment which happens after the weight bearing fall. Good that there is no fracture and only a soft tissue inflammation. This will subside in days to come. Continue hot water fermentation and use a compression bandage.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Magnesium
Loading Online Doctors....