Wrist

23 June 2017

Wrist fracture – advice following removal of your cast

It usually takes four to six weeks for new bone to form to heal your fracture. When the cast is removed most people find that their wrist is stiff, weak and uncomfortable to start with. It may also be prone to swelling and the skin may be dry or flaky, this is quite normal.

23 June 2017

Wrist fracture

We are sorry that you have had a fracture around your wrist and we want to make sure you have the best possible result. You will see a specialist in the fracture clinic and here is some general information to help you plan things for the next few days and weeks.