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RD0405

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Re-breaking Bones?
Posted: 11-02-04 23:01pm
Hi, I recently sprained/fractured/broke (not sure which) my hand (or maybe just my knuckle?) it swelled up and was pretty sensitive but wasn't too bad so I didn't go see a doctor. Now that the swelling has gone down I can see that it healed wrong. The bone above my pinkie finger bends upwards, it looks pretty weird. I was wondering what could be done about this? Can a doctor re-break the bone and put it in a splint? Any info/similar experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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PattyV

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Posted: 11-03-04 14:05pm
Your best bet would be to see an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery.It is possible to rebreak the bone and reset it-but you should see a specialist to get all the correct information.Good luck!Patty
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RD0405

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Posted: 11-03-04 22:21pm
Ok thanks a lot for the reply pattyv.

Has anyone here had a similar experience?
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ktm

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Re- Break- How Do Doctor Rebreak Bones?
Posted: 11-20-04 22:02pm
Re- break- how do doctor rebreak bones? :d
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RD0405

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Posted: 11-23-04 14:27pm
Yeah i'm wondering the same thing. Haven't had time to go see my doctor about it yet. Does anybody know how doctors go about re-breaking bones?
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