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Plaster concerns, advice appreciated

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Evelyn63
Evelyn63

Broke my wrist two weeks ago, simple fall landing on outstretched hand. Had normal POP applied, no problems at all, other than got quite loose. fast forward to yesterday and review at fracture clinic . X ray showed all progressing well and I had a different plaster applied. A lighter fibreglass one. It feels so much tighter than the previous one, especially the upper bit round my forearm. Fingers all fine, good colour and can move all of them freely. Is it normal for cast to feel tight? I am a bit claustophobic and its making me feel I want to cut it off. I am normally a very rational level headed 65 yr old granny and this is causing me such anxiety that I never tought possible. Any reassurance or advice very much appreciated.

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  • AlexandriaGizmo
    AlexandriaGizmo Evelyn63

    Posted

    Hi sorry to hear you have fallen, aren't we supposed to get more careful as we age LOL i have had about 4 falls in 2.5 years, one pretty bad with some quiet hefty breaks and i can understand how you are feeling, yes its quite normal for it too feel tight so long as your fingers are mobile and a good colour and not cold.

    Isnt it a removable pot now

    • Evelyn63
      Evelyn63 AlexandriaGizmo

      Posted

      Thank you for your reply Alexandria, unfortunately not removable. Wish it was. It's still very tight but I am getting used to it . It's not so bad during the day, nightime is the worst. Thank you again.

    • AlexandriaGizmo
      AlexandriaGizmo Evelyn63

      Posted

      I think night is the worst time because your not occupied the same.

      it will improve as you wear it, then when its removed it will feel strange like being without a seat belt.

      I cant wear false nails, they make claustrophobic, sounds nuts doesn't it LOL

      Glad to hear it's improving though

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