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2 nd metacarpal fracture
Hi doc!
I had 2 nd metacarpal shaft undisplaced fracture 3 days back got slab
What all precautions I should take.
I am a surgeon ( gynaecologist) so more concerned.
Will it heal completely or leave some disability.
How much time will it take to heal .
Thanku !
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Usually 8-10 weeks . But slab is needed for 3-4 weeks only.
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Dr. D. Shrinivas
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22 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hi Doctor,
It will take 4 to 6 weeks to heal.
You need to continue with slab for atleast 4 weeks.
It will heal completely, don't worry.
You will not have any disability.
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Don't remove the plaster before it heals.
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