9/25/2023 0 Comments Navicular fracture wrist![]() ![]() If you would like to learn more about wrist sprains, this video may help. Severe wrist sprains and all fractures should be evaluated by an Orthopedic Physician. Sprains of the wrist involve the ligaments being damaged. A wrist sprain is painful as well but it is not a bone injury though. A fracture is a compromise of the bone and may vary in severity and this includes a stress fracture. A break may may suggest a more severe fracture. How do you tell the Difference between a Fracture vs Break?Ī broken wrist is the same as a fractured wrist. If the fracture is diagnosed in a timely manner, the pain will become more sharp in nature. In the lower extremity, the pain gets worse with weight bearing or standing on hard surfaces. Most feel a pain or ache in the bone which is involved. Symptoms of hairline fractures in other areas of the body vary. Fractures are diagnosed with x-rays and an exam from a physician. Hairline fractures are also common in the foot, ankle and spine. Hairline fractures are also known as stress fractures. A severe fracture in the wrist may involve one of the long bones (radius and ulna), or one or more of the 8 carpal bones. There are 8 small bones called carpals which work together to connect the forearm to the hand. There are 2 long bones in the forearm which connect to the wrist and hand. Fractures to the wrist are typically painful at the wrist and can appear to deform the wrist and hand. Wrist fractures can occur with a fall on an outstretched arm, or a forceful impact such as a car accident. Wrist or Hand Hairline Fracture The quick answer is the symptoms of hairline fractures of the wrist are pain(sharp or achy), swelling, bruising and lack of function of the wrist. Give JOI a Call! What are the Symptoms of a Hairline Fracture of the Wrist & Hand? If you think you have a fracture or a broken bone, don't wait. Please watch this Video on why hand pain can't wait. ![]()
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