Wrist Dislocation
Definition
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Evaluation
Treatment
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Anatomy
Wrist Dislocation Treatment
Treatment for a
wrist fracture
may include:
Elevation of the wrist
Rest:
Sling
Cold compresses
ACE wrap
Cast or splint for a wrist dislocation
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
for pain:
Ibuprofen
(
Motrin
,
Advil
)
Naproxen
(
Anaprox
,
Naprosyn
,
Aleve
)
Ketoprofen
(
Orudis
)
Narcotic pain medication
Physical therapy for a wrist dislocation
Occupational therapy for a
wrist fracture
Physical manipulation to relocate the wrist joint:
Performed under anesthesia
Surgery to relocate a wrist dislocation:
May be necessary if there is an associated
wrist fracture
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Wrist Dislocation Treatment: Questions For Doctor
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Last Updated: Oct 22, 2008
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Stephen J. Schueler, MD
;
John H. Beckett, MD
;
D. Scott Gettings, MD
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