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Aug
Aug
One of the most common questions we hear at Sydney Physio Clinic after a wrist fracture is: “The fracture has healed, so why does my wrist still feel stiff?”
Tag Archives: wrist fracture
13
May
May
A wrist support with a metal insert is commonly referred to as a wrist brace, or simply a wrist splint. This medical device is designed to immobilize and stabilize the wrist joint, making it a crucial tool in the treatment of several conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist sprains, tendonitis, and minor fractures. Incorporating a rigid metal stay or bar, these splints provide a high level of support while allowing for limited finger movement, aiding both comfort and functionality during recovery.
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Jun
Jun
Falls Onto An Outstretched Hand A Colles fracture draws its name from the Irish surgeon Dr Abraham Colles who first described the injury. A typical Colles fracture results in upward (posterior) displacement of the radius causing obvious and a fairly recognizable deformity. It is a common type of wrist fracture typically the result of a… Read More >