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Hand Ligament Recovery

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Lulu810
Lulu810

I fractured my wrist 5/10/17 bone healed and had ligament surgery end of June.  Got pins out of wrist  on 8/21/17.  Hand/fingers completely frozen.  How long does it take to get use of hand and range of motion back.

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  • carol93583
    carol93583 Lulu810

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    Hi Lulu! Have you started OT Yet? As soon as your doctor gives the ok, you should go religiously. It is very important to maintain consistency in this department. I began on 6/1/17 and can finally make a 3/4 fist; supination and pronation are pretty good; flexion and extension are good. The thing is that you need to get the swelling down before you can expect any movement. Heat before therapy; ice following. I am expecting to still be in therapy at least until Christmas. Be patient and do your exercises. Good luck.
    • Lulu810
      Lulu810 carol93583

      Posted

      Thanks for the reply Carol.  I can make a fist and working on strengthining muscles.  The palms up is challenging.  I do my PT exercises religiously five times a day.  It looks like this takes time, hard work and patience.
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