Hello, 7 weeks ago I broke my arm, the radious, close to my wrist. My doc said it was a clear break , no complication. I fell straight on my hand. I am aged 63 years. This happened in Australia. Now I am in Switzerland. My doc in Australia recommended to take the plaster off after six weeks. This occurred on week ago. But my wrist is swollen and some pain is still in my arm and wrist particularly after domestic duties. Is this normal? I do exercises 2 times a day which I read on line. Thank you for your time. Regards, Cecile
Hi, It would be good if a repeat x-ray is possible to confirm the healing. Also, at times it is possible to have swelling after cast removal after to immobility of the joint. You can apply ice packs and cold packs alternatively (contrast bath) about 3/4 times a day to reduce swelling. I would like to mention certain exercise specific to the fracture. All need to be done with 250 GMS weight, two times a day with 10 reputations each time. All need to be done pain free. Radial deviation with forearm ruminated and mid prone position Ulnar deviation with forearm pronated and mid prone. Wrist flexion with radial deviation and extension with ulnar deviation with forearm in ruminated position. Finger exercise with rubber band-abduction, abduction, flexion, extension Elbow flexion extension. Hope this helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further.